5k Runs in Sunderland

<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

5k - Standard Entry

AJ Bell Great North 5k 2023

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

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 - Standard Entry

10k  - Standard Entry

1.5k Mini MoRun - Standard Entry

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

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

10k - Standard Entry

10k - Affiliated Entry

Durham City Run Festival

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.

Run Nation

10k - UKA Affiliated Entry

5k  - Standard Entry

5k  - UKA Affiliated Entry

Run Northumberland Hexham 5k & 10k 

Kicking off in Rothbury, this scenic half marathon, 10k and 5k will take runners up and through the scenic Coquet Valley. With such breathtaking views you won't even notice the kilometres flying by.

Half Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

5k - UKA Affiliated Entry

Run Northumberland Coquet 5k, 10k & Half Marathon

Explore the beautiful grounds of Duncombe Park, Helmsley and the Transpennine Trail in this 6.2 mile looped course. Hey Up It's Helmsley is a great addition to any racing calendar and perfect for runners of all abilities. Come for the scenic course, finisher's medal and well stocked aid stations! 

It's Grim up North Running

6.7 Miles - Standard Entry

6.7 Miles - UKA Affiliated Entry

Marathon - Standard Entry

Marathon - UKA Affiliated Entry

Ultra - Standard Entry

Ultra - UKA Affiliated Entry

20 mile - Standard Entry

20 mile - UKA Affiliated Entry

Hey Up It's Helmsley' 2023

Take on the final event in the Ultimate Run Series with this breathtaking course through Dalby Forest. The 5 and 10k courses head out on a multi-terrain loop that will keep runners delighted throughout. Enjoy the iconic landscape as you race towards the finish.

Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation

Defy Dalby

AJ Bell Great North Run Priority Entry 2023

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5k Runs in Sunderland