The Great North Run is the greatest half marathon in the world, taking place annually in North East England each September. The run was devised by former Olympic 10,000m bronze medallist and BBC Sport commentator Brendan Foster.
Date: Sunday 10 September 2023
Starting in Newcastle upon Tyne, the 13.1 mile route takes runners through the city centre towards the River Tyne where thousands of people will cross over the iconic Tyne Bridge. The route, lined by thousands of supporters, leads runners to South Shields where at the top of Prince Edward Road the view of the sea is one of the most welcoming sights along the whole course.
Great North Run Applications
Applications for our 2023 Great North Run have now closed.
Running for us with a ballot place?
If you have secured your own place through the ballot process and want to join our team to raise money for our Charity let us know via the ‘Contact us’ button below so we can help you out and cheer you along on the day! You can also create a JustGiving page as part of our team.
Contact us Create a fundraising page
We also have a Runners, Walkers and More group on My Fire Fighters Charity where you can chat to others and get guidance from our team. You can also check out our fundraising guide for more tips, advice and templates to help you on your mission.
Runners, Walkers and More Group Fundraising Guide
Fundraising Tips
Stuck for ideas on how to fundraise? Firstly, it’s wise to break your fundraising target down into manageable chunks. Plan local events such as pub quizzes, car boot sales or company cake days and be sure to create your own personal web page on JustGiving. Social networking sites such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter can also generate awareness. Here’s our handy guide to promoting your challenge.