AJ Bell Great North 5k

The AJ Bell Great North 5k is a fast, fun Friday-evening 5k around Newcastle and Gateshead’s Quayside, serving as a curtain-raiser to the Great North Run weekend.

Date: 11 September 2026

Start time: 6.00pm

Event: AJ Bell Great North 5k

Location: Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside, North East England (UK)

The AJ Bell Great North 5k is the Friday-night opener for the Great North Run weekend. The route delivers a flat 5k dash around the vibrant Quayside with strong local support, entertainment, and a celebratory atmosphere that continues into the evening.

Prices

• Standard Entry: £28
• Final Entries: £30

Key details

• Distance: 5k
• Start time: 6.00pm
• Age requirement: 14+ on event day
• Additional fees: Booking fee (£3.00 per entry) applied at checkout