The Big Half
Iconic London half marathon on closed roads from Tower Bridge to the Cutty Sark, passing through four vibrant boroughs of the capital.
| Date | Sunday 6th September, 2026 |
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| Distance | Half Marathon + other events: Fun Run, Relay option |
| Location | Tower Bridge |
| Town/City | London |
| Area | London |
| Start postcode | SE1 2UP |
| Start time | 8:30am |
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The Big Half is a landmark London half marathon starting near Tower Bridge and finishing beside the Cutty Sark in Greenwich. The event celebrates the communities and diversity of the capital as its route travels through Tower Hamlets, Southwark, Lewisham and Greenwich.
The 13.1 mile road course gives runners the chance to experience a major closed road London running event, with an atmospheric route and strong community support along the way. Its point to point course through four London boroughs makes the Big Half a popular half marathon for runners seeking a memorable city race.
First held in 2018, the Big Half has developed into an inclusive celebration of running and community in London. The main half marathon is accompanied by the team based Big Relay and the family friendly Big Mile, extending the event to participants across a range of ages and abilities.
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| Results | Status |
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| 2025 results | Verified |
| 2024 results | Verified |
| 2023 results | Verified |
| 2022 results | Verified |
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