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The AJ Bell Great North Run is the world’s biggest and best half marathon, with 60,000 runners taking on the 13.1-mile route from Newcastle to South Shields each year. It’s famous for its inclusive atmosphere, unbeatable on-route entertainment, and warm Geordie welcome, not to mention the millions raised each year for worthy causes.
The Great North Run (branded the AJ Bell Great North Run for sponsorship purposes) is the largest half marathon in the world, taking place annually in North East England each September. [1] Participants run between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields.
The 2023 Great North Run route will take runners from the city to the coast. Runners will start the momentous half marathon in Newcastle city centre and run the full point-to-point race to finish at South Shields. Get ready to feel the sea breeze on your face!
Jan 10, 2022 · The ballot for the 2022 Great North Run opened at 10AM today, Monday, 10 January. The UK’s favourite half marathon is gearing up for its long-awaited return to its historic city to sea course in September.
Sep 10, 2022 · We’ll be waiting for you as you cross the finish line to hang your hard-earned medal over your head, a long-time tradition of the Great North Run. We look forward to welcoming runners from all over the UK and the world to the North East this weekend for what will be a very special Great North Run.
Sep 10, 2023 · Great North Run route, start time, length, parking and travel guide. Route, map, start time, road closures and more - here's what runners need to know about taking part in September's half ...
Sep 10, 2021 · The Great North run will return on Sunday, 12 September for its 40th anniversary - here is everything you need to know about the race.
Sep 12, 2021 · Thousands of people have taken to the streets of Tyneside for the 40th staging of the Great North Run. Last year's event was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic and organisers changed...
2 days ago · Great North 10k timetable. The AJ Bell Great North 10k invitation to 'Run the Toon' on Sunday, July 7 will see the first action get under way at 10am. Organisers say that timings can be subject to change. 8am - event site opens. 10am - start time of the Orange and fast-paced wave of runners.
The Great North Run is a 13.1m run from the centre of Newcastle to South Shields. Take a look at BBC Tyne's map of the course.
