The Big Mile

About The Big Mile

The Big Mile is a FREE, fun, family-friendly mass participation event that takes place on the same finishing stretch as The Big Half, culminating at the iconic Cutty Sark. Because the route is only a mile long, it’s the perfect event for first-time runners or walkers, families with children of all ages and anyone looking to get more healthy and active – it’s also accessible to wheelchair users.

Fun for all the family!

This year the event started at 14:30 on Sunday 22 August, the same date as The Big Half. James Wolfe Primary School hosted the Assembly Area for participants to arrive, and there was a chance to ask questions at our Information Point, or use the toilets before the event. Our team was on hand to ensure participants had a truly inspiring and enjoyable day.

Event Day Guide
If you’re taking part this year, everything you need to know about The Vitality Big Mile 2021 can be found in your Event Day Guide. It’s essential that you understand where you need to go on Event Day and what time you need to arrive, so please read it carefully.

The route

The assembly area for The Vitality Big Mile 2021 was at James Wolfe Primary School, with the Start Line on Haddo Street. The route took participants west towards Deptford Church Street, before returning east along Creek Road on the final half mile of The Big Half route. The Finish Line was alongside Cutty Sark, so participants could experience the thrill of finishing in the same place as The Big Half participants at one of London’s most iconic sites!