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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Great_North_RunGreat North Run - Wikipedia

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   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. Participants run between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields. The run was devised by former Olympic 10,000 m bronze medallist and BBC Sport commentator ...

   • Date: September annually (occasionally October)
   • Distance: Half marathon

   • Event Type: Road

2. www.greatrun.org › events › great-north-runAJ Bell Great North Run | 8 September 2024

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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.

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   What is the Great North Run?

   • 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. Participants run between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields.

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   When did the Great North Run start?

   • The first Great North Run was staged on 28 June 1981, when 12,000 runners participated. By 2011, the number of participants had risen to 54,000. For the first year it was advertised as a local fun run; nearly thirty years on it has become one of the biggest running events in the world, and the biggest in the UK.

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   What is the AJ Bell Great North Run?

   • 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.

   AJ Bell Great North Run | 8 September 2024

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   What is Great North Run Culture?

   • Established in 2005 to celebrate the twenty fifth Great North Run, Great North Run Culture explores the partnership between art and sport. Commissions have included film, photography, music, dance, painting, drawing, writing and mass participation projects.

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4. www.wikiwand.com › en › Great_North_RunGreat North Run - Wikiwand

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   The Great North Run is the largest half marathon in the world, taking place annually in North East England each September. Participants run between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields. The run was devised by former Olympic 10,000 m bronze medallist and BBC Sport commentator Brendan Foster.

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Great_North_Run_CulturalGreat North Run Cultural Programme - Wikipedia

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   Established in 2005 to celebrate the twenty fifth Great North Run, Great North Run Culture explores the partnership between art and sport. Commissions have included film, photography, music, dance, painting, drawing, writing and mass participation projects.

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7. www.bbc.co.uk › sport › athleticsGreat North Run: A guide to the famous half-marathon - BBC

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   Sep 10, 2021 · Getty Images. The Great North Run is set to feature 57,000 entrants. Sunday's Great North Run in Newcastle is the 40th edition of the famous half marathon. The race will be live on BBC Two and...

8. www.greatrun.org › your-guide-to-the-great-north-runYour Guide to the Great North Run - Great Run

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   Sep 10, 2022 · 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. Back to Articles. We’ll send you useful running information and guidance, special offers, training advice, top tips, and exclusive event updates.

9. www.bbc.com › great-north-runGreat North Run - BBC

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   Great North Run. Certified with a Guinness World Record as the world's biggest half-marathon, the Great North Run attracts more than 50,000 entrants, who take on a 13.1 mile course from...