Run Newcastle Valentines
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Event overview
The Run Newcastle Valentines events take place on 15 February 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne, with the race HQ at Exhibition Park, Claremont Road (Town Moor area). The courses are officially measured and hold a Run Britain licence. All races use traffic-free, mainly tarmac paths around the Town Moor and are described as flat. Chip timing is used and distance markers are provided (mile or kilometre intervals depending on race).
Race details
Distances:
- Half-Marathon - just over four laps of the 5k course
- 10K - two laps of the 5k course
- 5K - one lap of the course
- Couples Relay (5K) - two-person relay, each runs one lap
Entry information is published with closing date 11 February 2026. Entry limits and fees vary by event (examples from listings: half-marathon entries limit 300, affiliated from £28; 10k limit 1000, affiliated from £24; 5k limit 125, affiliated from £14; couples relay limit 100, affiliated from £14). Minimum ages differ by race (examples: half-marathon 17, 10k 15, 5k and relay 11). Event-day facilities listed include registration at Wylam Brewery (Palace of Arts), bag drop, toilets, first aid and parking at Claremont Road Car Park. Water stations and refreshment details vary by distance. Prizes include finisher medals and overall placings; team prizes follow UKA scoring rules. The event supports the charity LiveLifeGiveLife. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
