Event Details

When: 13 September 2026
Where: Newcastle to South Shields
Distance: Half marathon
Registration fee: £30
Minimum sponsorship: £350

Join our team

Take on the world’s biggest half marathon in 2026 and raise vital funds to support people with MS. Join Team MS Trust today and you can be a part of this fantastic event.

Register now!

If you would like to hear first about places for Great North Run 2026 please register your interest below! We'll keep you up to date when places are released.

How we'll support you at the 2026 event

As part of the MS Trust's team you will receive support every step of the way...

free half marathon training advice
free breathable running vest or t-shirt
comprehensive fundraising pack with personalised sponsor forms
weekly emails in the lead up to the race with fundraising training and advice

Get in touch

For more information about this event, please contact our fundraising team on 01462 536007 or fundraising@mstrust.org.uk

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Join the MS Trust team at the Great North Run with your own place in this event. Be part of Team Great North Run 2026.

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