Open
Date
12 Jul 2026
Distance
Half Marathon
Surface
Road
Newcastle Half Marathon is a popular UK half marathon held in Newcastle.
Race detail
Great North Run 2026Entry, Date & Race Info
Newcastle, North East, UK
Entry statusCharity
Last checked: 13 April 2026
Current entry status
Entry for the 2026 Great North Run is currently available via charity places. This race usually sells out fast.
Quick summary
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.
Date
Sunday, 13 September 2026
Location
Newcastle, North East
Distance
Half Marathon
Surface
Road
Beginner-friendlyUsually sells out fast
How to enter
Charity places
Race timing and entry details
Race date status: Confirmed
Great North Run takes place on Sunday, 13 September 2026.
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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Race facts
Race
Great North Run
Date
Sunday, 13 September 2026
Location
Newcastle, North East, UK
Distance
Half Marathon
Surface
Road
Date status
Confirmed
Last checked
13 April 2026
Frequently asked questions
Is Great North Run 2026 entry open?
Entry for the 2026 Great North Run is currently available via charity places. This race usually sells out fast.
When is Great North Run?
Great North Run takes place on Sunday, 13 September 2026.
How can you enter Great North Run?
Entry is currently available through charity places.
What is the Great North Run course like?
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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