AJ Bell Great North Run

Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England
Sunday 12 September 2027
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The AJ Bell Great North Run is a half marathon from Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields. The next edition is Sunday 12 September 2027.

Curated by Dangelo from the published race date. Dangelo is not affiliated with the race organiser.

FAQs.

When is the AJ Bell Great North Run?

The next AJ Bell Great North Run is Sunday 12 September 2027. It includes a half marathon.

When should I start training for the AJ Bell Great North Run 2027?

The AJ Bell Great North Run is on Sunday 12 September 2027. For the half marathon, Dangelo's plan is 12 weeks, so start on Monday 21 June 2027. Starting earlier than this is fine. Use the extra weeks for easy running.

What is the AJ Bell Great North Run?

The AJ Bell Great North Run is a half marathon from Newcastle upon Tyne to South Shields. The next edition is Sunday 12 September 2027.

Free AJ Bell Great North Run training plan

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When to start training

Starting later than that? Dangelo shortens the build to fit the time you have left, and you'll still get a structured, achievable plan for AJ Bell Great North Run.

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Half marathon

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A plan built around race day

Every week counts back from 12 September, so base, build, peak and taper land exactly where they should.

Paces from your running

Dangelo reads your recent training from Garmin and Coros and sets workout paces you can actually hold, then adapts them as you get fitter.

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