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Great North Run

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  • Dates13 Sep 2026
  • VenueNewcastle to South Shields route
  • CityNewcastle upon Tyne
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • FormatRunning event view
  • StatusScheduled

About this event

The Great North Run is the world's largest half marathon, sending tens of thousands from Newcastle to the coast at South Shields each September. Founded by Brendan Foster in 1981, it is famous for the Red Arrows flypast over the finish.

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AirportUse the official airport serving Newcastle upon Tyne; confirm the route for Great North Run before travel.

Follow the airport and organiser access instructions to Newcastle to South Shields route in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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Recommended areasCity Centre; Quayside; Jesmond; Ouseburn

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Tips

TransportUse Newcastle upon Tyne public transport or the organiser's published event transfer plan for Great North Run.

Check local service changes, road closures and venue entry instructions in Newcastle upon Tyne before Great North Run.

Event dayArrive before the published entry window for Great North Run at Newcastle to South Shields route.

Carry the required ticket or accreditation and follow Newcastle to South Shields route security instructions on Great North Run days.