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Great North 10k 2026

Soak up the atmosphere and experience the city of Newcastle like never before.
  • GB Newcastle
  • 5 July 2026
  • 10K
Great North 10k 2026
Why run it?

The AJ Bell Great North 10k showcases the city of Newcastle like never before. Known for it's epic atmosphere, the 10k city centre route showcases some of the most legendary sights in Newcastle, including the iconic Tyne Bridge, with a start and finish line on the Great North Road. Expect on-course live music at the motivation stations as well as throngs of high energy supporters all the way to the finish.  The celebrations also continue after the finish line, with a buzzing apres-event village for you and your supporters on the Town Moor.

What's it like to run?

Runners:
10000
Surface:
Road
Start:
10:00
Course:
Mostly flat
Temp:
14–19°C
Distance:
10K

Charity partners you can support in this event include

St Joseph's Hospice
St Joseph's Hospice
Help people with life-limiting illness make the most of the time they have left.
Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
Accelerating the development of next generation myeloma treatments to extend patient’s lives.
Heart Heroes
Heart Heroes
Providing subsidised social events for children, and their families, living with heart conditions.
Action For Elders
Action For Elders
Action for Elders supports people and encourages them to exercise and become active.
Keep a Child Alive
Keep a Child Alive
A global movement born out of a commitment to support children facing the most challenging circumstances.
Dundalk Dog Rescue
Dundalk Dog Rescue
Help us help them because every dog deserves a loving family.
Sumatran Orangutan Society
Sumatran Orangutan Society
Help protect orangutans, their forests and their future.
BRACE - Dementia Research
BRACE - Dementia Research
We believe in a world free from dementia. support us now.
The Myton Hospices
The Myton Hospices
We believe every single moment matters and we focus on enhancing life when cure is no longer an option.
Weston Hospice Care
Weston Hospice Care
Weston Hospicecare provides free expert care to people with a life-limiting illness.
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