Great North Run
Join Team Red Cross in the world’s biggest half marathon event, the Great North Run 2026.
Date:
13 Sept 2026
Location:
Newcastle upon Tyne
Event:
Challenge, Running
Minimum age:
17 years old or older
Registration fee:
£30
Fundraising target:
£350
For all enquiries please get in touch with the Events team by email at challenges@redcross.org.uk or by phone on 0300 456 1005
Places are now full: join the waitlist
Places are full for the Great North Run 2026. Join the waitlist and we'll contact you in case places become available.
Already got a place for the Great North Run?
If you already have a place at this event, you can still be part of Team Red Cross. You’ll receive the same support as other team members but won’t have a fundraising target to reach – just raise as much as you can.
Why take part in the Great North Run?
- Starting in Newcastle Upon Tyne, the route takes in the sites of the city and crosses the iconic Tyne Bridge, finishing in South Shields.
- Admire the stunning sea views and catch a glimpse of the Red Arrows as they soar past.
- Enjoy a fantastic atmosphere with 60,000 enthusiastic runners and plenty of spectators to cheer you on.
- Your fundraising will make a huge difference to people in crisis in the UK and overseas.
Visit the Great North Run website.
Why run the Great North Run for Team Red Cross?
We help people in the UK and across the world get the support they need in an emergency.
By joining Team Red Cross, you'll be raising funds for this important work.
Join Team Red Cross and get:
Support
We'll support you in reaching your fundraising target for the Great North Run. Plus, on the day you'll have a cheer team, VIP treatment, and refreshments.
A running vest
Show your support by wearing a British Red Cross running vest.
Updates
We'll make sure you're kept up to date about the impact your fundraising has on the work we do.
There are so many causes that the Red Cross support that I just wanted to be able to do my bit to help out. I loved being part of #TeamRedCross. I've never run a race as well supported and this made such a difference.
Jonty Ward, Team Red Cross runner
Where is the Great North Run?
The event begins on the A167 road just outside Newcastle City Centre. The route then follows through the centre of Newcastle crossing the Tyne Bridge into Gateshead.
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Have a question?
To learn more about our events including how to fundraise and prepare, check out our FAQs.
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