Great North Run 2024
8 September 2024
Location: Newcastle
Distance: Half Marathon, 13.1 miles
Great North Run 2024
8 September 2024
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 to take on the Great North Run 2024 in September this year. 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.
Missed out on a place this year? Join our fantastic cheer squad and help cheer on our runners to make them feel amazing and appreciated.
I already have a race place and would like to run in aid of Place2Be
Successful in the ballot? If you've already secured your own ballot place in the event via the event organisers, we would love to have you in the squad! There would be no extra entry fee and you can set your own fundraising target.
If you're not sure what type of place you have, please get in touch on events@place2be.org.uk
Join Team Place2Be
Register your interest for 2025
Please note registration for charity places has closed for 2024, but you can fill in the form below to register your interest for Great North Run 2025 with #TeamPlace2Be.
Minimum Fundraising pledge: £350
Register your interest
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 loud and lively Place2Be cheer squad to motivate you along the route
- Our new physical fundraising pack 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
Get in touch
If you have a question or would like more information, get in touch with us and our team will be happy to help!
FAQs
Where? Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. The race starts in Newcastle City Centre and finishes in South Shields
When? Sunday 8th September 2024
How far? Half-marathon distance, 13.1 miles
What's the route? The route starts in Newcastle, crosses the River Tyne then runs through Gateshead, South Tyneside and ends by the sea in South Shields.
How much do I need to raise? £350 if you have a charity place, complete with fundraising support from our team along the way to help you reach your goal. If you have already secured your own place through the ballot for the event, you can set your own fundraising target.
