Race detail
Great North Run
Newcastle, North East, UK
Last checked: 6 April 2026
Charity
Date
Sunday, 13 September 2026
Distance
Half Marathon
Surface
Road
Beginner-friendly
RaceScanHalf Marathon
Entry status
Charity
PB friendly
No / Not specified
Beginner friendly
Yes
Entry options
Charity
Event overview
The AJ Bell Great North Run is the world’s largest half-marathon, featuring 60,000 runners traversing 13.1 miles from Newcastle-upon-Tyne to South Shields. Known for its electric atmosphere, it features iconic Tyne Bridge crossing and a coastal finish, with a mostly fair course, though challenging inclines occur between miles 3-5 and 8-12.
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