The Big Pilgrimage
Join The Big Pilgrimage
The run starts at Mayflower Park, Southampton, the point at which the Pilgrim Fathers departed to America aboard the Mayflower. Following the Solent Way across the Itchen Bridge, you travel along the shoreline to Hamble, where runners take specially scheduled pink ferries over to Warsash. From here, you continue to follow the shoreline to Hill Head Harbour before taking scenic trails northwards towards Titchfield, Wickham and beyond, finally climbing up to Portsdown Hill with beautiful views across the English Channel.
The marathon event finishes at historic Fort Nelson atop Portsdown Hill.
On your way you will pass fabulous pilgrimage landmarks such as Netley Castle and Titchfield Abbey. Participants will collect a sticker at each one to make a collectable race number with a difference!Course details
Start address: Mayflower Park, Town Quay, Southampton SO14 2AQ, UK
Finish address: Portsdown Hill Rd, Portchester, Fareham PO17 6AN, UK
Route map
Included in the fee
Included in the fee is a bespoke finisher medal, fully marked and marshalled course, ferry crossing and fully stocked aid stations.
Practicalities
Age Limit
18
Aid Stations
There are 3 fully stocked aid stations at 7, 14 and 20 miles.
Award Medals
Bespoke medal for all finishers.
Equipment Storage
Bag drop is available at the start and will be transported to await you at the finish.
Maximum Time
Cut of time is 8 hours and you need to reach aid station 2 at 14 miles within 4 hours.
Parking
Parking is available at the start (pay and display). Or there is free parking at Fort Nelson if you wish to select the transport option.
Provided Photo Service
Photos will be taken and will be free to view after the race.
Timing
Electronic timing.
Transport
Coach transport available to the start location from Fort Nelson.
Refund Policy
If you need to withdraw for any reason then you may have a transfer to next year's event.
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Frequently asked questions
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
Registration is on the morning of the event from 6:45 - 7:15am.
Can someone collect my race pack for me?
You need to collect your own race pack on the race day.
How do I get to the race location?
You may use the pay and display facility at Mayflower Park or any city centre bus/rail route. Coaches are available from the finish to the start.
Can I change the distance after I purchase a ticket?
Yes, changes can be made.
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.
