Great North 10k 2026

Soak up the atmosphere and experience the city of Newcastle like never before.

Home
All Events
10K
Great North 10k 2026

Newcastle
5 July 2026
10K

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

Event Images

Charity partners you can support in this event include

Asthma Society of Ireland

Our mission is to stop asthma deaths in Ireland.

Amicii Dog Rescue

Rehabilitating and rehoming dogs from the UK and mainland Europe, mainly from Spain and Romania.

CCLG: The Children & Young People’s Cancer Association

A leading children's cancer charity - we work to improve treatment and care.

Action For Elders

Action for Elders supports people and encourages them to exercise and become active.

Orchid - Fighting Male Cancer

Orchid is the UK’s leading charity for those affected by male cancer. For over 25 years we have been working to save men’s lives from testicular, penile and prostate cancer through a range of support services, education and awareness campaigns and a world-class research programme.