Great North Run

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2027

A half marathon on 12 September 2027 from Newcastle to South Shields with 63,000 participants and entry via ballot, charity places, or membership.

Sun 12 Sep 2027

Newcastle upon Tyne, North East (England)

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AJ Bell Great North Run

The AJ Bell Great North Run takes place on 12 September 2027 in Newcastle. The event is a Half Marathon run on the route from Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields. In 2027, 63,000 participants took part on this route.

The race has run since 1981 and the event page records 45 years of activity and a total of about 1.4 million previous runners. The event history notes large-scale participation and a long record of charity fundraising.

Entry to the Great North Run is managed by a ballot system. Places are allocated via a September ballot, and a January ballot is also run for future entries; charity places are listed as an alternative route to entry. Great North Run membership allows holders to skip the ballot and access membership benefits; new memberships for 2027–2028 are sold out.

The route is noted for strong crowd support and significant charity fundraising along the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.