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Great North Run: 13 September 2026

The Great North Run is the world's largest half marathon with an incredible atmosphere, starting in Newcastle upon Tyne and finishing by the sea in South Shields. It's an amazing event for all, whether you're after a personal best or just wanting to be a part of something special. 

Event details 

  • Date: Sunday 13 September 2026 
  • Location: Newcastle 
  • Distance: 13.1 miles 
  • Registration fee: £35  £10 - Early bird discount. Sign up before Tuesday 30 September 2025 and get £25 off your registration fee.
  • Minimum sponsorship target: £375 

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How we'll support you 

Our events team will support you every step of the way. As part of #TeamBowelCancerUK you'll receive: 

  • We'll send you one of our colourful running tops to help you stand out from the crowd 
  • Support every step of the way, including: exclusive access to our virtual running club training programme and a dedicated Facebook group to connect with other #TeamBowelCancerUK runners 
  • Fundraising support from our events team 
  • Support from our noisy cheer squad on the course 
  • Invite to our post-race marquee a few paces from the finish line at the charity village, where you can refresh and get a well-earned sports massage

Have your own place in the 2026 event?

If you've secured your own place directly with the race organisers, then we'd love to welcome you to our team. There's no set fundraising target, we just ask that you raise what you can to help us stop people dying of bowel cancer. Click on the link below to join our team today.

I have my own place

Contact information

If you have any questions about the event, email [email protected] or call 020 7940 1769.

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