AJ Bell Great North 5k 2025 lights up the banks of the River Tyne on Friday, September 5, 2025, offering runners a flat and fast 5 km course through the heart of Newcastle and Gateshead. Starting at Wesley Square, the course loops across the historic Swing Bridge, follows the iconic Quayside, and passes under the famous Tyne and Millennium Bridges before finishing near the Newcastle Law Courts. The event features high-energy music zones, cheering crowds, and a festival-like atmosphere to kick off the Great North Run weekend. Open to participants aged 14 and above, the race includes chip timing, a finisher medal, an optional event t-shirt, and a goodie bag. With its Friday evening setting, the Great North 5k is perfect for runners of all levels looking to experience the energy of one of the UK’s most celebrated running festivals.
Race
5 km
Race Date:
05 September, 2025
The AJ Bell Great North 5k is a festive, flat 5 km road run along the Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside, organized by The Great Run Company under the title partner AJ Bell. Taking place at 6:00 PM BST on Friday, 5 September 2025, it starts and finishes at Wesley Square on Newcastle Quayside (NE1 3DH), UK, serving as the curtain-raiser to the iconic Great North Run weekend.
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What is the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
How long is the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
Where does the AJ Bell Great North 5k take place?
What is the elevation gain of the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
How can I prepare for the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
How do I choose the right training plan for the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
The AJ Bell Great North 5k is a festive, flat 5 km road run along the Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside, organized by The Great Run Company under the title partner AJ Bell. Taking place at 6:00 PM BST on Friday, 5 September 2025, it starts and finishes at Wesley Square on Newcastle Quayside (NE1 3DH), UK, serving as the curtain-raiser to the iconic Great North Run weekend.
The AJ Bell Great North 5k is 5km long.
The AJ Bell Great North 5k takes place in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
Runna classifies the AJ Bell Great North 5k elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
The AJ Bell Great North 5k is a festive, flat 5 km road run along the Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside, organized by The Great Run Company under the title partner AJ Bell. Taking place at 6:00 PM BST on Friday, 5 September 2025, it starts and finishes at Wesley Square on Newcastle Quayside (NE1 3DH), UK, serving as the curtain-raiser to the iconic Great North Run weekend.
How long is the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
The AJ Bell Great North 5k is 5km long.
Where does the AJ Bell Great North 5k take place?
The AJ Bell Great North 5k takes place in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
Runna classifies the AJ Bell Great North 5k elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the AJ Bell Great North 5k?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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