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Great North Run 2026

Be a part of the world’s biggest half marathon and help change the path of a young person’s life.

Distance: 13.1 miles  Route: Newcastle to South Shields  Fundraising pledge: £350   Registration fee: £30

Join Team Newcastle and take on the Great North Run 2026!

Every step you take will go towards supporting young people from the most disadvantaged backgrounds to access higher education. By running with Team Newcastle, you will provide vital support such as scholarships and bursaries, hardship funding, food supplies, course materials and much more.

We don’t want any student to miss out on what makes belonging to Newcastle University so special.

Why run for us?

As a Team Newcastle runner, you will receive:

  • A discount on your Great North Run registration fee (£30 instead of £65)
  • A complimentary Team Newcastle running vest to wear on the day.
  • A pre-race breakfast to provide the necessary fuel to power through the 13.1-mile route
  • Tips and advice on fundraising

Most importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with your university community and work together to make a difference for future generations of students.

Register for your 2026 charity place

The 2026 Great North Run will take place on Sunday 13 September. To register your interest in being a part of Team Newcastle at the world's biggest half-marathon, please complete the form below:

Register your interest

Already have a place?

If you are lucky enough to have already secured a place in the Great North Run 2026 ballot, we would love you to join our team. Just send an email to advancement@ncl.ac.uk to let us know, and we will get you involved!