Half Marathon

Great North Run

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom September 21.0975 km
Large Scenic Point to Point Beginner Friendly Coastal Bucket List Community

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Sep 13, 2026

Course & Elevation

Point-to-point from Newcastle city center to the coastal town of South Shields. Crosses the iconic Tyne Bridge early on, then heads through Gateshead and along the coast to a seaside finish.

Course Facts

Distance 21.0975 km
Elevation Gain 75 m
Surface road
Profile Rolling

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75m total gain • Rolling profile

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom • 21.0975km road

🌤️ Weather on Race Day

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14°C

Temperature

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75%

Humidity

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40%

Rain Chance

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Early autumn in northeast England. Cool and potentially breezy, especially near the coast. Temperatures 10–18°C.

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