Great North Run
Take part in the biggest half marathon in the world and join 55,000 runners at this renowned charity sporting event.
Information
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Date
7 Sept 2025
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Where
North East
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Entry fee
£20
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Minimum sponsorship
£300
Great North Run 2025
Run to beat blood cancer at the Great North Run 2025
Run the world’s largest half marathon and help beat blood cancer.
This iconic half marathon takes you from Newcastle City Centre, across the Tyne Bridge and finishes by the sea in the picturesque coastal town of South Shields - all shown on the BBC!
Celebrate your achievement with your fellow teammates at our post-race reception in the charity village and know that you've made a difference to all those affected by blood cancer.
Join us
Due to high demand, we've now sold out of charity places for the Great North Run 2025.
If you've secured your own ballot place for 2025 you can register your own place and join team Blood Cancer UK.
"If you’re thinking of running the Great North Run then just sign up! You can do it, it just takes that first step.”
- Courtenay, Great North Run 2024
Great North Run Team Blood Cancer UK highlights
Join Team Blood Cancer UK at the world's biggest half marathon
What to expect from us
As a Blood Cancer UK participant you will receive:
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Training plans to help you achieve your personal best.
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A high tech branded running top.
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Fundraising support to help you reach your target.
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Our cheer bus squad will motivate you to that finish line.
