Great North Run

*** The event organisers have decided to cancel The Great North Run 2020 due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Please see the statement released by the event organisers here ***

The Great North Run is firmly established as Britain's biggest participation event, with 57,000 accepted entrants from across the UK.

Starting in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, the course takes in the iconic Tyne Bridge and goes through Gateshead, past the famous international athletics stadium, and finishes in the coastal town of South Shields.

Live music, on course refreshments and thousands of cheering supporters will keep you motivated every step of the way.

Minimum Sponsorship £295 (includes charity running vest or t-shirt and personalised finisher medal with your name and unique finish time. *Only available once pin has been redeemed)

Already got your own place in the event? Let us know so we can send your running pack.

Booking for this event has now closed.

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