The Big Half

Road Running covering 21.1 km in London (England, United Kingdom)

Location

London, England, United KingdomShow on map(51.5093° N, 0.0622° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +95 m

The Big Half is an endurance sporting event in London, England, GB focused on Road Running. Key features include City Run, Charity Run, Kids & Youth Races, Relay.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Half Marathon (Relay) (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (thebighalf.co.uk).

Official website

The Big Half in London (Work: "Runner gives thumbs up during race in a crowded street at an evening event with spectators gathered around", Photo: Shixart1985, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Runner gives thumbs up during race in a crowded street at an evening event with spectators gathered around" · Photo: **Shixart1985** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

City Run Charity Run Kids & Youth Races Relay Culture & History

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Half Marathon (Relay)	Road Running	21.1 km	+95 m	2 m - 42 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Road Running	21.1 km	+95 m	5 m - 45 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

21.1 km

Elevation gain

+95 m D+

Elevation loss

-95 m D-

Altitude range

2 m - 42 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

21.1 km+95 m D+Peak 42 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 42 m above sea level (+95 m D+, -95 m D-)

Peak: 42 m·at 10.2 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Big Half take place?

The Big Half takes place in London, England, GB (start area at coordinates 51.5093° N, 0.0622° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at The Big Half?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Half Marathon (Relay) (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Big Half?

The main competition (Half Marathon (Relay) over 21.1 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +95 m of elevation gain and -95 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 42 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for The Big Half?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (thebighalf.co.uk).