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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

The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Roy Castle Lung Cancer foundation offers expert lung cancer information and support.
Service Dogs UK
Service Dogs UK
We train and provide assistance dogs from rescue for members of the armed forces and emergency services suffering with PTSD.
Sumatran Orangutan Society
Sumatran Orangutan Society
Help protect orangutans, their forests and their future.
Asthma Society of Ireland
Asthma Society of Ireland
Our mission is to stop asthma deaths in Ireland.
London Cycling Campaign
London Cycling Campaign
We campaign so that everyone can enjoy cycling safely in London.
BRACE - Dementia Research
BRACE - Dementia Research
We believe in a world free from dementia. support us now.
Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
Accelerating the development of next generation myeloma treatments to extend patient’s lives.
Weston Hospice Care
Weston Hospice Care
Weston Hospicecare provides free expert care to people with a life-limiting illness.
Open Door Charity
Open Door Charity
Offering free, fast, and effective mental health support to help young people and adults thrive.
Pernicious Anaemia Society
Pernicious Anaemia Society
We provide information, help and support to sufferers of Pernicious Anaemia.
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