AJ Bell Great North 10k

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Entries for the AJ Bell Great North 10k on Sunday 2nd July are now open!  This year’s event will take place on an exciting new course, passing some of Newcastle’s most iconic sights. The North East’s biggest and best 10k will starting on the famous GNR start line and taking runners across the iconic Tyne Bridge twice, before weaving through Newcastle city centre and round the town moor to finish in Exhibition Park. Renowned for its Geordie celebrations, party atmosphere, and roaring local support, the AJ Bell Great North 10k is back, bigger and better than ever in 2023.  Take your place on the start line and be part of the action.
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Sun 2nd Jul 2023
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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4PZ, UK
Start times
Sun 2nd Jul 2023
10k:
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Here are the distances available for AJ Bell Great North 10k
10k
Distance
10km
£25.60 - £32
Route information
This year’s event will take place on an exciting new course, passing some of Newcastle’s most iconic sights.
Starting on the famous GNR start line runners will follow the first 3km of the GNR course and pass across the iconic Tyne Bridge twice, before weaving through Newcastle city centre.  Runners will take in famous landmarks on route including The Sage, Grey’s Monument, Eldon Square, Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle Civic Centre, Haymarket; and Great North Museum.  
A grandstand finish awaits as runners pass through town moor before crossing the line in Exhibition Park and enjoying the post event celebrations in the Apres Run zone.
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What's included
  • Bespoke finishers medal
  • Exclusive finishers t-shirt
  • Finishers goodie bag
  • Free training plan
  • Oncourse music entertainment zones to keep you motivated
  • Incredible crowd support
  • Access to local Runner Reward offers
  • Pre-race training advice and motivation
  • Access to the free Great Run app to allow your loved ones to track your progress along the route as well as access to all event information
  • Oncourse hydration stations
  • Post event finisher village with activations and giveaways
  • Chip-timed results
  • Closed roads
  • Marked and marshalled route
  • Full medical support
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How to get there
Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4PZ, UK
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Road Closures
Ensure you plan your journey to the start line in advance of the big day as there will be a number of road closures in place and your usual routes into the city may not be available.
These will be confirmed closer to event day.
Event day logistics
Start Times
Your start time and wave allocation will be based on your estimated finish time when you enter. You can determine what wave you are in by looking at your race number, which you will receive in your race pack. The background colour of the race number and letter will determine which zone runners are in.
Full details of wave assembly points and start times can be found in your race pack and in the information guide which can be downloaded from the event page on the website.
Age Requirements
Entrants must be 15 and older to enter the 10k.
Race Packs
Your race pack will be sent out in the post approximately 3 weeks before the event. It will include your race number and your timing chip.
There will be Great Run Information points on the day for if you have any last minute queries.
Sweep Vehicle
There are no cut-off times but there is a sweep vehicle as the organiser is under pressure to open the closed roads.
Reviews
4.7
568 reviews
tamsin
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
Arrive in plenty of time because there is a big queue for the toilets.
charlie
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5.0
Did the race in 2023
The perfect race for beginners wanting a challenge and experienced runners to beat a time! The course was lovely being able to run through Newcastle without taking part in the full half marathon! Great atmosphere and great people
paul
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4.3
Did the race in 2023
Yeah I enjoyed it but felt the course could’ve been a bit better , perhaps down over the Millenium or over the high level and back through town and miss off and around the uni and perhaps more a longer loop around the Town Moor ?
janice
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4.3
Did the race in 2023
A bit too much running on motorways and road, would have preferred more round the city centre or river areas
paul
Star
5.0
Did the race in 2023
Great event, I would highly recommend doing this race to anyone especially those planning on doing the GNR
jason
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4.3
Did the race in 2023
The experience was fantastic as always. I do feel the participation fee is too high given that it is only a 10k and there is a cost of living situation affecting everyone. It is not affordable for a lot of people and prevents access into what is a brilliant event that promotes physical and mental wellbeing.
joseph
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4.0
Did the race in 2023
Had a great day
karen
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
Fantastic course which gives the opportunity to take in views of local landmarks. Lovely to see Brendan Foster at the start line- the founder and inspiration for these events.
ruth
Star
4.7
Did the race in 2023
Hilly on the way back! Good was good
amanda
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4.7
Did the race in 2023
Loved it but definitely need more toilets
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