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Event overview
Take on an unforgettable adventure in the Cotswolds – and every step you take will help fund life-saving cancer research.
Whether you’re a first-time hiker or a seasoned trekker, Big Hike is designed for anyone ready to rise to the challenge. With fully signposted routes, marshals cheering you on, and support stations along the way, you’ll have everything you need to go the distance.
You’ll receive a fundraising pack to help you smash your target, and a hot meal at the finish. Most of all, you’ll be part of a community taking big steps to power the next big breakthrough.
Highlights
- Walk through rolling hills, flower-filled meadows and classic Cotswold countryside
- Pass honey-stone villages and historic market towns along the way
- Enjoy sweeping views from the Cotswold Way’s scenic ridgelines
- Relax at well-stocked rest stops with friendly support throughout
So, step out of the hustle and bustle and into the great outdoors. Because when you take big steps, Cancer Research UK makes big breakthroughs.
Prefer to enter directly? General entry options are explained on the Big Hike | Cotswolds page.
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Charity places
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- Event village
- Families
- Fancy dress
- Newcomers
- Spectators
- Teams
Start time
You'll have a choice of start times when you sign up. if you're a slower walker, opt for an earlier arrival time so you can fully enjoy the day.
Duration
Depending on pace:
Finish time
Due to venue restrictions, the finish area will need to be closed from 7.30pm.
For safety, sweep marshals will ensure all walkers will get back to the finish by the cut off.
Kit list
A recommended kit list will be provided.
Wheelchair users
The venue is wheelchair-friendly, but the course is not.
Dogs
Service dogs only.
Walkers only
It is a non-competitive walk, so running is not allowed.
- Cafe
- Free parking
- Rural
- Toilets
Event HQ
Moreton-in-Marsh Showground
Batsford Road
Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 0AB
UK
Free parking
There will be free car parking for all participants for the duration of your hike. Look for the Cancer Research UK flags at the entrance to the start venues where charity representatives will direct you.
- Recycling
- Sustainability policy
Environmentally mindful
- Envelope, back sign, letter and hiking number can all be recycled (remove chip first)
- T-shirts are made from recycled plastic (rPET materials)
- Recyclable cutlery will be provided
- Route maps are digital
