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Great North Run 2026

Date: Sunday 13th September 2026
Location: Newcastle

Join runners from all over the world for this iconic half marathon, famous for its incredible atmosphere, route over the Tyne Bridge and millions it raises for charity every year.

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Run towards a future free from arthritis.

Join Team Arthritis UK for the Great North Run 2026. 60,000 participants make the Great North Run the World's biggest and best half marathon - famous for its warm North East welcome, unbeatable atmosphere and the millions raised for good causes.   

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Thank you for wanting to join Team Arthritis UK for the 2026 Great North Run. Secure your guaranteed place today!

Entry Fee: £40 
Fundraising Minimum: £400

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Congratulations on being successful in the public ballot for Great North Run 2026.

Join team Arthritis UK today using your ballot place to fundraise towards a future free from arthritis. 

The support you’ll receive as part of team Arthritis UK

  • A personalised running top or vest
  • An official welcome pack full of support
  • Expert fundraising support from our team
  • An invitation to our charity marquee for after the race
  • And of course, a loud, supportive cheer point to give you that boost on the day
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Countdown to the big day!

Join an incredible team of runners

Isaac took to the Great North Run in 2025 in support of his girlfriend Lucy, who was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at only 17 years old. After watching what Lucy has been through, Isaac decided to run the Great North Run for a cause that is close to both their hearts. You can read more about Isaac's and Lucy's story below.

Take on the Great North Run like Isaac and support a future free from arthritis.

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Our Team

Sonia Ahmed

Sharam shaikh

Louis Clark

Lalousha Hardaker

Emma Legard

Glenn Kent

Katherine Parr

Raised so far:

£10

Jasper McQueen

Sarah Reed

Leroy Rabie

Anna Woodhouse

Raised so far:

£38

Faye and Carls Fundraiser

Raised so far:

£110
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