Great North Run

13.1-mile route from Newcastle to South Shields, crossing the iconic Tyne Bridge.

Race Details

Race Distance

Half Marathon

21.098km

13.1ml

Race Official Name

AJ Bell Great North Run

Race Month

September

Race Type

Road

About the Great North Run

The Great North Run, Britain's largest half marathon, delivers an iconic northeastern English experience. The course travels from Newcastle through Gateshead to South Shields' coastal finish, offering industrial heritage views and stunning North Sea vistas. September's typically cool, often drizzly conditions provide classic British racing weather. The route's challenging profile includes the infamous hill at mile 11, testing runners before the rewarding descent to the seafront. Over a million spectators create Britain's most electrifying racing atmosphere, with Geordie accents offering uniquely enthusiastic encouragement. This point-to-point journey captures the northeast's working-class spirit, where community warmth contrasts with the sometimes harsh landscape.

Course & Elevation

130

130

130

14

14

14

Rolling Elevation Change (m)

260

260

260

Weather & Conditions

Average Temperature (°C)

16

80

Air Quality Index

40

Wind (km/h)

14

Participants

Average Number of Participants

60,000

Race Location

Newcastle upon Tyne,

UK,

Europe

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