The Big Pilgrimage
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Aug 23, 2026 - Sunday
15mi, 54k, Marathon, Ultra, Other
Race Information
The Big Pilgrimage is a point-to-point run which follows the ancient Pilgrim Trail called ‘The Old Way’. The run starts at Mayflower Park, Southampton. The Pilgrim Fathers departed to America aboard the Mayflower from this point.
Collect a sticker at every pilgrim point on your run to create a memorable bib race number! The 15-mile route finishes at Titchfield Abbey while the marathon and 54K Ultra routes finish at historic Fort Nelson atop Portsdown Hill.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Elevation: Some Hills
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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