Great North Run 2026

Great North Run, September 2026

The iconic Great North Run returns in September with it's much loved City to Sea course!

Starting in the heart of Newcastle, you’ll run the city and out to South Shields along the coast as you cross over the famous Tyne Bridge and past Gateshead International Stadium towards that unforgettable finish line feeling and post-race fish and chips!

You can run or take part in your self-propelled and assisted wheelchairs, including racing wheelchairs.

Huge congratulations to our team at the 2025 run, well done!

Hear from some of our team:

"Inspired by my mother's struggle with Cerebral Ataxia, I laced up my trainers and embraced the challenge to raise crucial funds and increase awareness. The experience was not only personally fulfilling but also humbling, witnessing thousands of individuals passionately pushing for their respective causes.

Throughout the journey, Team Ataxia stood firmly by our side, providing constant support with countdown updates, fundraising options, and valuable training tips. Their unwavering commitment, from start to finish, played a pivotal role in our success. A heartfelt thanks to everyone at Ataxia UK for making this an incredible journey!" Terri

"...The Ataxia UK team were there in support of all the Ataxia runners, in the build-up to the event, at the event to cheer us on and afterwards too. All the admin around the event was clear and really well organised throughout and made it easy to just turn up and run!” Steven

Junior and Mini Run

If you'd like for your children to experience the the Great North Run there are fantastic options for them!

• Minis aged 3-8 can take on the 1.5k dash
• Juniors aged 9-15 can run the 2.5k challenge
• Or the AJ Bell Junior Great North Run 4k.
• You can also run a mile together in one of the Family Run events.

Everyone taking part receives a free running vest and support every step of the way. You will also be invited to be part of our exclusive Great North Run and Strava groups – full of camaraderie and team spirit, and all waiting for you! 

Apply for your place below, or email us if you have any queries: fundraising@ataxia.org.uk

2026 BALLOT PLACE WINNERS - JOIN US!

If you were successful in you application for a ballot place and want to run for Ataxia UK, please get in touch, we'd love to have you! We will reimburse the cost of your application and you will receive all the above benefits!