BIGish 2026 Monday May 25th @ Bedford Stadium
BIG will be 32 years old in 2026 and we hope that you will be able to join us again at our newly resurfaced home
MARY RAND, MBE
Born 10th February 1940
Died 27th March 2026 Aged 86
I am devastated to hear of the death of this amazing woman. She played a huge part in my early love for Athletics. I was so honoured to meet her with Jean Pickering just before the 2012 Olympics. I sat and chatted with both of them for most of the day, heard so many amazing stories of triumphs and lows, saw and held her medals and the collage she had just been given. Such a lovely lady, who never let the fame go to her head. I was greeted by a humble, interesting "Legend" of our sport who left a lasting impression on me.
RIP Mary.
BIG THANKS for the memories. Enjoy renewing your friendship with Jean and Ron.
BIGish Entries OPEN APRIL 16TH
BIGish 2026 Rolling Updates:
Date confirmed: Monday 25th May 2026
Venue confirmed: Bedford International Athletics Stadium, MK41 9SB
On-line entry: OPENS 16th APRIL 2026
Entry Standards released: standards are available on our Athlete Information Page
UKA Level 2 Licence: Received : Licence Nu OUT 26/015
World Athletics Rankings Competition 2026: Applied for
​Entries will close: 07.00 Monday 18th May or sooner if an event is full.
Reserve lists will be run if the event is full.
Athlete Letters: will be sent out by Wednesday 21st May at the latest
Final Timetable & Pools: will be posted on here Tuesday 20th May
Officials Invitation Letters: were sent out mid November
Officials Final Letters: will be sent out 12th May
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​Events included:
High Jump, Long Jump, Triple Jump,
Shot, Discus, Hammer & Javelin.
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