Great North Run 2025
7 September 2025
Location: Newcastle
Distance: Half Marathon, 13.1 miles
Great North Run 2025
7 September 2025
Location: Newcastle
Distance: Half Marathon, 13.1 miles
Take part in one of the world’s biggest half-marathons.
Become one of 60,000 people set to take on the Great North Run. Whether you're an experienced runner or a beginner, this is a half marathon you must experience!
Most importantly, you'll be helping to ensure that no child has to face mental health problems alone.
Take part in this televised event which starts in Newcastle city centre. The course takes in the iconic Tyne Bridge, goes through Gateshead passing the famous international athletics stadium and finishes in the coastal town of South Shields. Live music, the Red Arrows flying over your head, on course refreshment and thousands of cheering supporters will keep you motivated every step of the way. If you have your own place in Great North Run 2025, we'd love for you to join #TeamPlace2Be.
I have my own place confirmed
Successful in the ballot? If you've already purchased your own place in the event from the event organisers via the ballot, we would love to have you run with us.
You can set your own fundraising target and get all the Team Place2Be perks!'
Join Team Place2Be
Join Team Place2Be and get the superstar treatment...
- A special Place2Be running vest
- Iron-on letters to personalise your top so supporters can cheer your name to give you a boost!
- A fundraising pack crammed full of top tips
- Regular e-newsletters to keep you up to date and motivated in the lead up to the event
- Support from our dedicated Events Team who will be on hand with training and fundraising advice
- Free fundraising resources, including balloons, posters and collection boxes
- An invitation to a Place2Be school visit or webinar to see the impact of your fundraising
FAQs
Where is the Great North Run?
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. The race starts in Newcastle City Centre and finishes in South Shields
When is the Great North Run?
Sunday 7 September 2025
How far?
Half-marathon distance, 13.1 miles
What's the Great North Run route?
The route starts in Newcastle, crosses the River Tyne then runs through Gateshead, South Tyneside and ends by the sea in South Shields.
You can download a route map from the Great North Run website.
Have a question?
If you have a question or would like more information, you can:
- check out the official Great North Run event page
- get in touch with us and our team will be happy to help!
