Great North 10K
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Event overview
The AJ Bell Great North 10k takes place on 5 July 2026 in Newcastle. The event distance is 10k and entries are open. Entry prices shown are a saver price of £35 and a final entry price of £40. Entries are open to runners aged 15 and over on the day. A booking fee of £3.00 per entry is applied at checkout.
Route and event logistics
The race starts and finishes on Great North Road and runs through the city centre, passing landmarks including the Tyne Bridge. The course profile given on the event page notes the first couple of kilometres are downhill, followed by about 1.5 km flat, then approximately 4.5 km of twisty uphill running and a final flat 2 km to the finish. There will be a DJ at the start and finish and music at motivation stations along the route. Road closures will be in place for the event. Baggage facilities and the event village are located on the Town Moor.
What participants receive
Race numbers contain timing chips and are sent out 1-2 weeks before the event; late or overseas entries collect numbers from the Town Moor information point. Finishers receive a medal, an exclusive finisher t-shirt (optional), and a finisher’s bag. Official photos are available to view and purchase, and a free event tracking app is provided for race-day tracking and results. The organiser offers training plans and runner discounts via its rewards platform. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.