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SUMMARY:AJ Bell Great North Run
DESCRIPTION:The Great North Run 2026 is the world’s largest half maratho
 n\, bringing together over 60\,000 runners from across the globe. Starting 
 in the heart of Newcastle and finishing by the North Sea in South Shields\,
  the race is renowned for its electric atmosphere\, live music\, and the su
 pport of thousands of spectators lining the streets. It welcomes runners of
  every level\, from first-timers to elite athletes\, making it one of the U
 K’s most iconic sporting events.\nKey Details\n\n\nDate & Time - Sunday\,
  13 September 2026 — Half Marathon start at 10:45\n\n\nLocation- Start: N
 ewcastle upon Tyne (central city) Finish: South Shields seafront\n\n\nEvent
  Type - Road Race — Half Marathon (13.1 miles)\n\n\nOrganiser - Great Run
  Company\n\n\nRace Description\nThe Great North Run begins in Newcastle\, t
 aking runners across the famous Tyne Bridge\, through Gateshead\, and out t
 owards the coast. The route is lined with enthusiastic crowds\, charity che
 er zones\, live bands\, and iconic landmarks. Runners experience an unforge
 ttable finish along South Shields’ seafront\, cheered on by thousands of 
 spectators. With its combination of mass participation\, elite competition\
 , and charity fundraising\, the Great North Run stands as a bucket-list eve
 nt for runners worldwide.\nWhat’s Included\n\n\nWorld-famous atmosphere 
 — unmatched crowd support and live entertainment along the course\n\n\nRa
 ce essentials — chip timing\, on-course water stations\, pacers\, and ful
 l medical support\n\n\nFinisher rewards — bespoke medal\, exclusive finis
 her’s t-shirt\, and goody bag\n\n\nEvent village — music\, food\, chari
 ty tents\, recovery areas\, and secure bag drop\n\n\nAdditional Information
 \n\n\nCharity Focus\n\n\nKnown as the world’s biggest fundraising half ma
 rathon\, raising millions annually for charities across the UK and beyond.\
 n\n\n\n\nElite Field & Mass Participation\n\n\nFeatures top international a
 thletes racing alongside tens of thousands of everyday runners.\n\n\n\n\nCu
 t-off & Support\n\n\nGenerous time limits allow participation at a range of
  paces\, with full course support throughout.\n\n\n\n\nSign Up NowBe part o
 f the world’s biggest and best half marathon. Take on the challenge\, soa
 k up the atmosphere\, and join thousands of runners on the iconic journey f
 rom Newcastle to South Shields at the Great North Run 2026.
LOCATION:Newcastle upon Tyne\, UK
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