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Join Team Breakthrough T1D for the Great North Run 2026! This legendary half marathon sees 60,000 runners take to the streets of Newcastle, crossing the iconic Tyne Bridge and finishing in sunny South Shields.
Often referred to as the world’s biggest and best half marathon, the Great North Run is a must for any runner. Whether you’re an experienced half marathon runner, or you’re feeling inspired to take on a new challenge, the electric atmosphere on the day will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.
Our places for the Great North Run 2026 will be available soon.
To register your interest for next year’s race, and be the first to hear when our places go on sale, please email events@breakthrought1d.org.uk.
If you secure your own place with the race organisers or your running club, we would be delighted to have you join Team Breakthrough T1D and we will support you every step of the way.
You’ll receive all the benefits of a charity place runner – with no minimum sponsorship requirement! Fill out our own place form today.
Register your own place
Our support includes:
*Your Breakthrough T1D UK running vest will be sent to you once you have raised £100 towards your overall target. Vests are usually sent 1-2 months before the event.
You can find out more information via the Great Run website. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us on events@breakthrought1d.org.uk. We look forward to hearing from you!
If this event doesn’t quite fit the bill, there are loads more to choose from. Have a browse of our other running events:
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Run on closed roads past many of London's world-famous landmarks and through four of its eight Royal Parks.
Part of the famous World Marathon Majors, the Chicago Marathon is a famously fast and flat course.
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