The Great North Run features one main distance: the certified half-marathon. It takes place through closed road sections from Newcastle city centre, crossing landmarks such as the Tyne Bridge, passing through Gateshead, and finishes by the sea in South Shields. The route is primarily road-based, relatively flat with rolling sections, especially noticeable between miles ~8-12 where there is more uphill. With tens of thousands of participants, live entertainment, strong crowd support, and a festive atmosphere, it is one of the most famous and largest half-marathons in the world.
Race
Half Marathon
The AJ Bell Great North Run is an iconic 13.1-mile (21.1 km) road race held annually in North East England. It is renowned as the world's largest half marathon, attracting tens of thousands of runners from Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields.
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FAQs
What is the AJ Bell Great North Run?
How long is the AJ Bell Great North Run?
Where does the AJ Bell Great North Run take place?
What is the elevation gain of the AJ Bell Great North Run?
How can I prepare for the AJ Bell Great North Run?
How do I choose the right training plan for the AJ Bell Great North Run?
The AJ Bell Great North Run is an iconic 13.1-mile (21.1 km) road race held annually in North East England. It is renowned as the world's largest half marathon, attracting tens of thousands of runners from Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields.
The AJ Bell Great North Run is 21km long.
The AJ Bell Great North Run takes place in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom.
The AJ Bell Great North Run elevation gain is 123 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Run?
The AJ Bell Great North Run is an iconic 13.1-mile (21.1 km) road race held annually in North East England. It is renowned as the world's largest half marathon, attracting tens of thousands of runners from Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields.
How long is the AJ Bell Great North Run?
The AJ Bell Great North Run is 21km long.
Where does the AJ Bell Great North Run take place?
The AJ Bell Great North Run takes place in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the AJ Bell Great North Run?
The AJ Bell Great North Run elevation gain is 123 meters, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the AJ Bell Great North Run?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Run?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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