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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

Brain Tumour Ireland
Brain Tumour Ireland
A charity founded by a small group of people caring for a family member who was sadly lost to a brain tumour in early 2012.
London Cycling Campaign
London Cycling Campaign
We campaign so that everyone can enjoy cycling safely in London.
Better Lives Foundation
Better Lives Foundation
Over 40 years experience working to improve health and education conditions in Sierra Leone.
Black Country Mental Health
Black Country Mental Health
Bringing a better quality of life for people affected by poor mental health, across the Black Country.
Live Unlimited
Live Unlimited
Providing opportunities and support to looked-after children and young care leavers in Barnet.
Restless Development
Restless Development
Supporting the journey of a young person to become a leader and to multiply that leadership in their communities.
St Joseph's Hospice
St Joseph's Hospice
Help people with life-limiting illness make the most of the time they have left.
The Skye High Foundation
The Skye High Foundation
Supporting families during and after the loss of a twin, triplet, or multiples.
Keep a Child Alive
Keep a Child Alive
A global movement born out of a commitment to support children facing the most challenging circumstances.
Heart Heroes
Heart Heroes
Providing subsidised social events for children, and their families, living with heart conditions.
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