The Great North Run 2026 

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Where:

Newcastle

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Registration fee: £25

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Fundraising target: £300

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When:

Sunday 6 September 2026

The Great North Run is one of the most famous half-marathons in the world and takes place annually in Newcastle upon Tyne. 

If you’re looking for a bucket list running event with an incredible Geordie welcome, the loudest and most supportive crowds around an epic 13.1 mile course jam-packed with entertainment and music, and a finish line party like no other, then the AJ Bell Great North Run is for you.

Join 60,000 incredible participants in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne to fundraise, have fun, achieve a fitness goal, and join an amazing running community no matter your experience or ability.

If you would like to be in with a chance of running the Great North Run for The Brain Charity, please fill in the form and tell us a little bit about yourself, the reasons you want to run for The Brain Charity, and how you plan to raise the minimum fundraising target of £300. We will be in touch soon with more details about the ballot.

Apply to run here!

All #TeamTheBrainCharity runners receive:

  • Knowledge that your fundraising will support our vital work helping people with all forms of neurological conditions and their families, friends, and carers to live longer, healthier, happier lives. 
  • A #TeamTheBrainCharity running vest or t-shirt to wear on race day.
  • Support throughout your fundraising journey from a dedicated member of the fundraising team.