5k Runs in North East

Take on the historic streets of Durham with this midsummer evening of running. With two distances to choose from and an iconic backdrop, you won't want to miss out. Race across the finish line to claim you well deserved medal and goody bag.

Events of the North

5k - Standard Entry

10k - Standard Entry

10k - Affiliated Entry

Durham City Run Festival

Soak up the beauty of Hamsterley forest at this mixed-terrain event. Choose from either a 5k or a 10k for a challenge that will take you along undulating woodland paths and forest trails. Come to earn your finisher's medal.   

Run Nation

5k - Affiliated Entry

Run Durham Hamsterley 5k and 10k

<p>Entries for the 2023 Great North 5k are now open.  Join us and be part of the biggest weekend of sport in the North East! The Great North 5k kicks off the Great North Run weekend celebrations in style on Friday 8th September, on a fun and fast 5k route on the Newcastle Gateshead Quayside.  The Friday evening event provides a party atmosphere with the celebrations on the Quayside continuing long after you cross the finish line! </p>

Great Run

AJ Bell Great North 5k 2023

Come down to Hexham for this fantastic running event, perfect for runners of all abilities. The pan-flat course, bespoke finisher's medal and incredible race day atmosphere make this an unmissable day out.

10k - UKA Affiliated Entry

5k  - Standard Entry

5k  - UKA Affiliated Entry

Run Northumberland Hexham 5k & 10k 

Join this family favourite in the Newcastle MoRun. With four races on offer and a fancy dress competition, this event is fun for all abilities and ages. Come for the good times, finisher's medal, and to support Movember.

The Fix Events

Half Marathon - Early Bird Entry

10k  - Early Bird Entry

5k - Early Bird Entry

1.5k Mini MoRun - Early Bird Entry

Newcastle 1.5k, 5k, 10k & Half Marathon MoRun

Take on a flat, out and back course in this evening event in Gateshead. Run in partnership with Gateshead Harriers & AC this event incorporates the North East Counties Athletics Association Road Championship. Whether you're running or spectating, this is set to be a fantastic race.

RunThrough

5k A Race (sub 20 min) - Standard Entry

5k A Race (sub 20 min) + £6 T-Shirt - Standard Entry

5k B Race (over 20 min) - Standard Entry

5k B Race (over 20 min) + £6 T-Shirt - Standard Entry

Junior 3k - Standard Entry

Junior 3k + £6 T-Shirt - Standard Entry

Quayside 5k & 3k Junior Race

Get in the marathon spirit with this 7 hour challenge. A great event if you missed out on a London Marathon space or if you're a beginner and want to try a new distance without the race day pressure. Decide how far you run and you will be rewarded with a medal. 

Saturn Running

5k - UKA Affiliated Entry

Half Marathon - Standard Entry

Half Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

Marathon - Standard Entry

Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

Ultra / Timed Event - Standard Entry

Ultra / Timed Event - UKA Affiliated Entry

The Nearly But Not Quite London Marathon - North

Take on this adventurous trail run through the famous Dalton Park. Choose from the 5k, 10k, or 2k junior race and enjoy the winding trails as you go. Not only will you get an epic finisher's medal but also a 10% discount to enjoy at the nearby Dalton Park New Balance store.

Run Durham Dalton Park Easter 5k and 10k

Join this super fast 5k, 10k & Half Marathon race, hosted at the historic Ouston Airfield. Built during WWII, this airfield has been used for motor racing since the 1960's. This lapped course is so flat that it will almost guarantee you a PB. Come for the bespoke finisher's medal and unique setting. 

Run Northumberland Super Fast 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - March

AJ Bell Great North Run Priority Entry 2023

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5k Runs in North East

AJ Bell Great North 5k 2023

The Nearly But Not Quite London Marathon - North

Run Durham Hamsterley 5k and 10k

Durham City Run Festival

Quayside 5k & 3k Junior Race

Run Northumberland Hexham 5k & 10k

Run Durham Dalton Park Easter 5k and 10k

Run Northumberland Super Fast 5k, 10k & Half Marathon - March

AJ Bell Great North Run Priority Entry 2023

Newcastle 1.5k, 5k, 10k & Half Marathon MoRun

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