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Great North Run

13 September 2026 | Newcastle Upon Tyne

Marathons & Runs

Join us in September 2026 for the world's largest half marathon with wonderful sea of runners, the Great North Run!

The run starts in Newcastle and finishes on the coast at South Shields. There will be thousands of cheering supporters to keep you motivated every step of the way and we will be there at the end to greet you in the Charity Village!

Charity Places

Our Charity Places have sold out! If you would like to be placed on our waiting list, please drop us an email to fundraising@crohnsandcolitis.org.uk.

We kindly ask all our charity place runners to pay a registration fee of £50 and pledge to raise a minimum of £400 in sponsorship. 

 

Own Place

Already secured a place in the event through the Ballot? Fantastic news! Let us know by emailing our friendly Supporter Care team at fundraising@crohnsandcolitis.org.uk, we’d love to have you as part of our team!

You will have access to all the same benefits as our charity place runners but can set your own fundraising pledge.

  • What happens if I can't reach my fundraising pledge target?

    When signing up for your chosen event with Crohn’s & Colitis UK, you agreed to the terms and conditions of raising the minimum fundraising target. 

    There is no obligation, whatsoever, to do so, but if you would prefer to personally contribute towards your sponsorship amount, we’re more than happy to accept personal donations.

    Struggling to hit your target? Try a simple fundraiser like a cake sale, raffle, or quiz night. These can really boost your total. 

    Your efforts matter. 1 in 123 people in the UK live with Crohn’s or Colitis, and every pound you raise helps fund vital research, support services, better care and faster diagnosis. 

    Need help or ideas? Get in touch - we're here to support you.

  • Where and when do I collect my race bib?

    If you secured your entry more than 8 weeks before the event date, your race number and timing chip should start to arrive 2-3 weeks before. If you entered 3-7 weeks before, it will arrive 1-2 week prior. If you secured your entry with in the last 2 weeks, it should arrive 5 days before (by the Wednesday of the event week).

    These are sent out by the event organisers.

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Last updated: 22/07/2026

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