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Great North 10k 2026 Entry, Date & Race Info

Newcastle, North East, UK

Entry statusOpen

Last checked: 20 April 2026

Current entry status

Entries for the 2026 Great North 10k are currently open.

Quick summary

The Great North 10K is a popular road 10K in Newcastle, known for its iconic city-centre route and strong race-day atmosphere.

Date

Sunday, 5 July 2026

Location

Newcastle, North East

Distance

10K

Surface

Road

PB-friendlyBeginner-friendly

Race timing and entry details

Race date status: Confirmed

Great North 10k takes place on Sunday, 5 July 2026.

Event overview

The Great North 10K is a popular road 10K in Newcastle, known for its iconic city-centre route and strong race-day atmosphere. As part of the wider Great Run series, it attracts a large field each year and is a key event in the North East running calendar.

The course takes runners through Newcastle’s streets, including sections along the River Tyne, combining urban scenery with open stretches. The route includes some undulating sections, making pacing more varied than flat PB-focused races, but it remains accessible to a wide range of runners.

Organised by Great Run Company, the event delivers a large-scale, well-supported race-day experience with enthusiastic crowds and strong on-course support.

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Race facts

Race

Great North 10k

Date

Sunday, 5 July 2026

Location

Newcastle, North East, UK

Distance

10K

Surface

Road

Date status

Confirmed

Last checked

20 April 2026

Frequently asked questions

Is Great North 10k 2026 entry open?

Entries for the 2026 Great North 10k are currently open.

When is Great North 10k?

Great North 10k takes place on Sunday, 5 July 2026.

What is the Great North 10k course like?

The Great North 10K is a popular road 10K in Newcastle, known for its iconic city-centre route and strong race-day atmosphere. As part of the wider Great Run series, it attracts a large field each year and is a key event in the North East running calendar.

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