Join over 60,000 runners from Newcastle to South Shields in one of most popular half marathons, all while supporting the Bone Cancer Research Trust. If this will be your first time taking on a half marathon, the AJ Bell Great North Run promises to be an unforgettable experience.

The route takes you on a journey through Newcastle’s vibrant city streets, across the iconic Tyne Bridge before heading towards the finish line on the stunning coastline at South Shields, with the Red Arrows flying overhead it’s a race not to be missed.

Get Involved

  1. Team Spirit: When you join #TeamBones you’re welcomed into a group who are passionate, supportive and all working towards the same goal of finding a cure. We'll celebrate your progress and you'll get support from our dedicated fundraising team and our #TeamBones community.
  2. FREE fundraising pack: We will send you a digital pack with our best tips and fundraising materials.
  3. A #TeamBones running top which you can personalise with iron on letters so the crowds can chant your name.
  4. Support from our fundraising team to help you every step of the way. If you ever need to ask us a question you can email us on [email protected]
  5. Make an Impact: By taking on one of our events or challenges you’re helping to make a vital impact for families facing bone cancer.

Why join #TeamBones

  • £5 could fund a lifeline of information for a bone cancer patient, offering guidance and hope when they need it most.
  • £40 could fuel the fight by supporting an hour of ground breaking research, bringing us closer to a cure.
  • £100  could create a moment of magic by giving a child affected by bone cancer two virtual story time sessions to bring joy and escape.

Apply for a charity place

Pay a reduced registration fee and pledge to raise the minimum fundraising target. We will provide all the support you need to make your challenge a huge success. Click 'Register Interest' and one of our team will be in touch.

Got your own place?

If you have been lucky enough to get your own place, we would love for you to join #TeamBones! You will receive the same support as a charity place runner, but there is no registration fee and no fundraising target, we ask that you raise as much as you can. Click I HAVE MY OWN PLACE and complete our online form.

We are excited to welcome you to #TeamBones!

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected]

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