BigWayRound
BE
From BigFeat Events
4.8 ·
6 reviews
Monday 6th May 2024
Past event
08:00
Winchester
£32.00–£49.00 · 4 races
Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the BigWayRound, hosted by BigFeat Events on Bank Holiday Monday, May 6th, 2024! Set in the picturesque city of Winchester, Hampshire, this event offers a choice of four exciting race distances: 14 miles, 19 miles, a full Marathon, and a challenging 50K Ultramarathon. Whether you're a trail running newbie or a seasoned athlete, you'll be captivated by the stunning views and welcoming atmosphere that define this award-winning event.
Participants will embark on a scenic journey through the beautiful trails surrounding Winchester, starting from the heart of the city and running along the serene Itchen Navigation. Expect exhilarating challenges as you ascend St Catherine’s Hill, traverse the South Downs Way, and enjoy the charm of England’s old capital. With fully stocked aid stations, a meticulously marked course, and a bespoke medal waiting at the finish line, the BigWayRound promises a fantastic day out for all. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this popular event—register now before spots fill up!
Participants will embark on a scenic journey through the beautiful trails surrounding Winchester, starting from the heart of the city and running along the serene Itchen Navigation. Expect exhilarating challenges as you ascend St Catherine’s Hill, traverse the South Downs Way, and enjoy the charm of England’s old capital. With fully stocked aid stations, a meticulously marked course, and a bespoke medal waiting at the finish line, the BigWayRound promises a fantastic day out for all. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this popular event—register now before spots fill up!
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Ben Parratt
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Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
Great race, lovely route through the Winchester countryside. Well marshalled and organised. Only did the smallest of the four routes but really enjoyed it.
NW
Nick Wheeler
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Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
Great event! Great routes , well marshalled and well supported. Will definitely be doing this again.
JL
James lemin
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Took part in the 2024 edition · 2 years ago
Ok 5 am is early, but well worth the effort.
Arrived in Winchester easy parking and access to the event
The briefing was fine and off we went 19 miles of superb countryside the views were magnificent.
Sorry, the race was ??? Undulating the competition? Friendly and the staged stops full of goodies
After the last stop my wife after about 250 metres ran back and refilled with chocolate ( she is not a morning person)
A run rather than a race well worth putting in your calendar for next year
It’s already in ours.
Only slight down was the rain towards the end of the marathon / ultra but we were already in town having a b???
Big thank you to the volunteers and organisers for a well organised event
Arrived in Winchester easy parking and access to the event
The briefing was fine and off we went 19 miles of superb countryside the views were magnificent.
Sorry, the race was ??? Undulating the competition? Friendly and the staged stops full of goodies
After the last stop my wife after about 250 metres ran back and refilled with chocolate ( she is not a morning person)
A run rather than a race well worth putting in your calendar for next year
It’s already in ours.
Only slight down was the rain towards the end of the marathon / ultra but we were already in town having a b???
Big thank you to the volunteers and organisers for a well organised event
GM
Gary Miles
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Took part in the 2023 edition · 3 years ago
Lovely event! Good friendly atmosphere, some fantastic views, being encouraged by the ultra runners at the end of my marathon will stay with me for a while!! Thank you to all the organisers!!
DE
Dale Ellis
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
My second year at this event, I came back because I loved the route and the event vibe.
Great scenery, some challenging ascent, very friendly organisers and Marshals, allied to well stocked and good variety at the feed stops, all helps the tough sections become enjoyable.
I would thoroughly reccomend this event, and The Big Feat event in the New Forest later in the year.
Great scenery, some challenging ascent, very friendly organisers and Marshals, allied to well stocked and good variety at the feed stops, all helps the tough sections become enjoyable.
I would thoroughly reccomend this event, and The Big Feat event in the New Forest later in the year.
KH
Katy Heald
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Took part in the 2022 edition · 4 years ago
Really fun event, well briefed before race day and on the day, generous cut off times. A very friendly atmosphere, good aid stations, well marshalled road crossings, and good signage with the gpsx available beforehand. Bag drop was smooth, and pizza was sold at the end! Only a couple of small niggles - they could have done with a couple of portaloos at the start to supplement the toilets in the clubhouse, there were a couple of long straight stretches that had footpaths branching off where an extra sign or two for reassurance would have been nice, and in my opinion the second aid station was too late in the 19mile course. But overall an excellent day and I hope to run it again.
Races
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14 Mile
Entries closed£32.00
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19 Mile
Entries closed£37.00
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Marathon
Entries closed£44.00
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50k Ultramarathon
Entries closed£49.00
Event information
Your journey around England's old capital begins in the heart of Winchester. Starting and finishing at Winchester Rugby Club, participants run along the Itchen Navigation where your first big challenge awaits as you ascend past St Catherine's Hill and head east across the beautiful undulating trails to Cheesefoot Head.
You then have a succession of 'Big Way' paths; the South Downs Way, Allan King Way, St Swithun's Way and the Itchen Way, leading you through quintessential English countryside as the trail meanders alongside the River Itchen and out on the Three Castles Path towards Kings Worthy.
From here, the marathon and ultra routes head out on the Watercress Way to the spectacular 17th Century Lainston House. No time for their famous afternoon tea here though, today you just pass through!
Skirting Farley Mount, the final leg of your challenge takes you back on the Clarendon Way towards St Cross and the Water Meadows.
Be inspired by the sight of Winchester Cathedral as you head towards the finish and the end of your monumental challenge!
You then have a succession of 'Big Way' paths; the South Downs Way, Allan King Way, St Swithun's Way and the Itchen Way, leading you through quintessential English countryside as the trail meanders alongside the River Itchen and out on the Three Castles Path towards Kings Worthy.
From here, the marathon and ultra routes head out on the Watercress Way to the spectacular 17th Century Lainston House. No time for their famous afternoon tea here though, today you just pass through!
Skirting Farley Mount, the final leg of your challenge takes you back on the Clarendon Way towards St Cross and the Water Meadows.
Be inspired by the sight of Winchester Cathedral as you head towards the finish and the end of your monumental challenge!
🌲Trail run in the spectacular Winchester Countryside ✅
👀 Incredible views and scenery ✅
⬆️ Fully marked courses ✅
🥨 Yummy well stocked aid stations ✅
🏅 Bespoke finishers medal ✅
😃 Friendly, enthusiastic volunteers ✅
👏🏼 Energetic and fun atmosphere ✅
📸 On course photographers ✅
💰 Excellent value for money ✅
😍 Satisfaction guaranteed ✅
👀 Incredible views and scenery ✅
⬆️ Fully marked courses ✅
🥨 Yummy well stocked aid stations ✅
🏅 Bespoke finishers medal ✅
😃 Friendly, enthusiastic volunteers ✅
👏🏼 Energetic and fun atmosphere ✅
📸 On course photographers ✅
💰 Excellent value for money ✅
😍 Satisfaction guaranteed ✅
Free parking is available at Winchester Rugby Club, SO23 7EF for the 50K and Marathon runners. Free parking is available at River Park Car Park, SO23 7DD for 19 mile and 14 mile runners.
REGISTRATION Collect your numbers from the start at Winchester Rugby Club. Registration is open from 7am – 7:50am
Please where possible car share or use public transport to attend the event. When parking, be mindful of others and ensure event car parks are used and not verges/side roads. Permissions are granted for these events on the condition that we are as respectful as possible to members of the public, who will also be visiting our lovely locations. Arrive in good time for your event.
BAG DROP Is available at the start.
Your chipped race number must be worn and visible at all times. Please bring your own safety pins to secure. If you retire early from the race then a BigFeat marshal must be made aware so we do not send out a search party! Course maps are available on our website in advance, please familiarise yourselves.
Please where possible car share or use public transport to attend the event. When parking, be mindful of others and ensure event car parks are used and not verges/side roads. Permissions are granted for these events on the condition that we are as respectful as possible to members of the public, who will also be visiting our lovely locations. Arrive in good time for your event.
BAG DROP Is available at the start.
Your chipped race number must be worn and visible at all times. Please bring your own safety pins to secure. If you retire early from the race then a BigFeat marshal must be made aware so we do not send out a search party! Course maps are available on our website in advance, please familiarise yourselves.
This year we are going to start all distances together in self-seeded waves according to running pace. As we run through Winchester town centre to get out onto the trails, we need to separate the field. It is a chip-timed event so there is no advantage starting in an earlier wave. The paces are those which you think you will average in the event for the distance which you are entered! If the field is too big for a certain pace then we will split it in 2 so timings are approximate.
Briefing for ALL RUNNERS will be at 7:55am by the start.
8am – sub 8:30 minute milers
8:03am – 8:30 – 9:30 minute milers
8:06am – 9:30 – 10:30 minute milers
8:09am – 10:30 – 11:30 minute milers
8:12am – 11:30 – 12:30 minute milers
8:15am – 12:30+ minute milers
CUT OFF TIMES
50K – 8 hours
Marathon – 7 hours
19 mile – 5 hours
14 mile – 4 hours
Briefing for ALL RUNNERS will be at 7:55am by the start.
8am – sub 8:30 minute milers
8:03am – 8:30 – 9:30 minute milers
8:06am – 9:30 – 10:30 minute milers
8:09am – 10:30 – 11:30 minute milers
8:12am – 11:30 – 12:30 minute milers
8:15am – 12:30+ minute milers
CUT OFF TIMES
50K – 8 hours
Marathon – 7 hours
19 mile – 5 hours
14 mile – 4 hours
Organiser's description
Bank Holiday Monday 6th May 2024
Our double gold awarded-winning event BigWayRound is now live for 2024!
4 distances, incredible views and with a friendly atmosphere guaranteed, this event will suit you whether you are new to the trails or a seasoned runner.
Spectacular course, faultless organisation, incredibly welcoming atmosphere, were just some of the comments received from our event this year!
Discover the beautiful trails around Winchester and challenge yourself over one of our 4 distances; 14 miles, 19 miles, Marathon and 50K Ultramarathon. Bespoke medal, fully stocked aid stations and fully marked and marshalled course. This popular event will sell fast!
Your journey around England’s old capital begins in the heart of Winchester. Running along the Itchen Navigation, your first big challenge awaits as you ascend past St Catherine’s Hill and head east across the beautiful undulating trails to Cheesefoot Head. You then have a succession of ‘Big Way’ paths; the South Downs Way, Allan King Way, St Swithun’s Way and the Itchen Way, leading you through quintessential English countryside as the trail meanders alongside the River Itchen past Avington Hall and beyond!
Our double gold awarded-winning event BigWayRound is now live for 2024!
4 distances, incredible views and with a friendly atmosphere guaranteed, this event will suit you whether you are new to the trails or a seasoned runner.
Spectacular course, faultless organisation, incredibly welcoming atmosphere, were just some of the comments received from our event this year!
Discover the beautiful trails around Winchester and challenge yourself over one of our 4 distances; 14 miles, 19 miles, Marathon and 50K Ultramarathon. Bespoke medal, fully stocked aid stations and fully marked and marshalled course. This popular event will sell fast!
Your journey around England’s old capital begins in the heart of Winchester. Running along the Itchen Navigation, your first big challenge awaits as you ascend past St Catherine’s Hill and head east across the beautiful undulating trails to Cheesefoot Head. You then have a succession of ‘Big Way’ paths; the South Downs Way, Allan King Way, St Swithun’s Way and the Itchen Way, leading you through quintessential English countryside as the trail meanders alongside the River Itchen past Avington Hall and beyond!
Location
Winchester Rugby Football Club, North Walls Park, Hillier Way, Winchester, UK
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