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4.9

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BigFeat Events

The Big Pilgrimage

Name: The Big Pilgrimage
Start: 2027-08-22
End: 2027-08-22
Location: Southampton, UK
Rating: 4.86

Location

Southampton, UK

Date

22nd August '27

3 Entry Options

14 Miles

Marathon

Ultra

Rating Highlights

4.96 /5

Supporting Staff

4.92 /5

Event Safety

4.92 /5

Event Logistics

Rating Overview

All Time Average

4.86

2026 Average

4.80

Rating Breakdown

Pre-event communication

4.92

Event Logistics

4.92

Supporting Staff

4.96

Event Safety

4.92

Course Navigation

4.87

Course Congestion

4.72

Aid Stations

4.83

Swag

4.77

Sustainability

4.83

Finish Area

4.74

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Features & Characteristics

Degree of Challenge

Somewhat challenging

45% of reviews

Atmosphere

Small & Intimate

77% of reviews

Location

Urban & Nature Mix

92% of reviews

Running

Undulating - Mixed

81% of reviews

Awards & Accolades

Racecheck Gold Award - 2026

Racecheck Gold Award - 2025

Racecheck Gold Award - 2024

Racecheck Gold Award - 2023

Racecheck Gold Award - 2022

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Frequently asked questions

When is The Big Pilgrimage?

The next edition of The Big Pilgrimage takes place on 22 August 2027.

Where does The Big Pilgrimage take place?

The Big Pilgrimage takes place in Southampton, UK.

What distances does The Big Pilgrimage offer?

Entry options include: 14 Miles, Marathon, Ultra.

How is The Big Pilgrimage rated by runners?

The Big Pilgrimage has an average rating of 4.86 out of 5 from 268 verified participant reviews on Racecheck.

What is The Big Pilgrimage like?

Based on participant reviews, runners describe it as: Somewhat challenging (45% of reviews), Small & Intimate (77% of reviews), Urban & Nature Mix (92% of reviews), Undulating - Mixed (81% of reviews).

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4.9

(268)

Melissa C.

5.0

· 2026 14 Miles ·

Another fantastic BigFeat event! The pick and mix on the ferry crossing was fantastic and as always, the marshalls and staff were very helpful and friendly!

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Elaine M.

3.4

· 2026 14 Miles ·

The aid station at Hamble with the drinks and sweets was amazing .that was the last water station we saw until about 14 miles so i think one water station was missing. There was also not much water at the end. and lack of water at the finish. Apart from that it was a great eve...

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Colette G.

5.0

· 2026 Marathon ·

Another brilliant, unique event from BigFeat. A great route and such a fun event with stickers, pick and mix and a rib ride across try Hamble. All alongside the usual amazing marshals and aid stations. My 11th event with BigFeat and already planning more.

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Iwona S.

4.9

· 2026 Marathon ·

What an event! I've chosen the Big Pilgrimage as I needed longer distance for my training run, there are not many events in late August. And the event delivered in every way, I am so pleased I gave it a go. First of all, the course is stunning, challenging enough, but very runnable. Views were amazing, the atmosphere great, and feeling welcome. Marshalls and volunteers were so nice, aid stations well stocked. Even the weather has delivered, it has been a perfect day. thanks to the event organisers and the volunteers

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Larisa H.

5.0

· 2026 Marathon ·

A really lovely fun race. Good scenery & lovely fellow competitors. Getting a ferry 7 miles in made my day.

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Jayne M.

4.9

· 2026 15 miles ·

Fantastic event. Friendly and encouraging marshalls, stickers, snacks, a ferry boat ride, lovely views for much of the route. A really fun day out with some running and a fab medal at the end!! 😁

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Rik S.

4.8

· 2026 Ultra ·

Overall great. Well organised, professional but relaxed and friendly. Support staff, navigation all great. General atmosphere was fun but organised. Super.

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Chris I.

5.0

· 2026 15m ·

This is the second year I have done this event and enjoyed every part of it. Organisation is great, logistics excellent and topped off with a great medal. Thank you Bigfeat team.

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Nicola S.

4.4

· 2026 15 miles ·

Absolutely wonderful event, love the route. The marshals were excellent and so encouraging and kind. I went the wrong way twice! Missed the Itchen Bridge arrow! Shame there was no fruit at the River Hamble crossing as there was last year. Beautiful medal! Highly recommend for the...

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Michael D.

4.8

· 2026 14 Miles ·

Really fun event. Loved the halfway ferry ride and bag of pic’n’mix. The marshals were all super friendly and I enjoyed the collection of stickers en route. Fab colourful medal! My only slight concerns were that I was put on the wrong bus (I was in wave 1 but was sent to the second bus that left at 0715 so had very little time at the start) and the delay waiting for the car park to be unlocked at the end was a little frustrating. I still really enjoyed the event though and would heartily recommend it to anyone. Thank you!

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