Great North Run 2027

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Great North Run 2027

Newcastle upon Tyne
12 September 2027
Half Marathon

Why run it?

The world's biggest half marathon, more than 60,000 runners take on the famous Great North Run each year. The 13.1-mile course stretches from the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, crosses the famous Tyne Bridge, and finishes at the coast in South Shields. The Great North Run is renowned for an incredible atmosphere, roaring crowd support and amazing charity fundraising efforts. Be part of it in 2027 - the ballot has been announced but you can still be part of it and make the miles mean more for charity. Apply now.

What's it like to run?

Runners:

63000

Surface:

Road

Start:

10:50

Course:

Undulating

Temp:

13 - 17°C

Distance:

Half Marathon

How to get your place in the race

Choose the charity you’d like to support.

Complete the short form to register your interest to run.

Your charity will be in touch directly on next steps!

Please note, charities with entries in this event have partnered with realbuzz to reach runners like you.

Charities you can run for

FAQs

Whether you’re lacing up for your first race or returning for another year, we want you to feel prepared and inspired. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about signing up, fundraising, and making an impact.

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Running for charity means taking part in an official race while committing to raise money to a set level (fundraising target) for a chosen cause. Because you're committed to fundraising, you can get guaranteed entry subject to completing a certain amount of fundraising, even if your chosen event is sold out for general entry, plus expert fundraising support to help you reach your target.
It's simple. Choose your distance, pick your event and select the charity you'd like to support. Once you've secured your place - either by signing up for an individual entry straight away or applying for a team if your charity has an official team in your chosen event - you'll receive everything you need to prepare, fundraise, and take on race day with confidence.
Not at all! Charity runs are open to all abilities, from complete beginners to seasoned marathoners. Whether you’re aiming for your first 10K or a major marathon, we’ll provide training tips and fundraising advice to help you succeed. With realbuzz, you can choose from marathons, half marathons, shorter distances such as 10ks and 10 miles, and team relay races.
There will be a fundraising target, based on the event you choose, which you'll need to commit to as part of securing your place. When you sign up, you'll receive info about your chosen charity's preferred fundraising platform so you can set up your fundraising page. 100% of your fundraising goes to your charity, usually directly through the fundraising platform you're using.