The 43rd Great North Run saw thousands of participants battle through showery conditions.The renowned half-marathon, which begins in Newcastle and travels through Gateshead, South Tyneside, and South Shields, attracted about 60,000 participants.Thousands of fans lined the route with umbrellas to support friends and family, despite the bad weather.
There were some pretty familiar faces at the run, including broadcaster Adele Roberts, Sara Davies from Dragon's Den, and North-East mayor Kim McGuinness.
If you took part in the Great North Run, here is how you can find your results and guidance on how to sign up for next year.
How long is the Great North Run?
The Great North Run is a half-marathon – therefore, it is 13 miles.
The race begins at the Town Moor on the major freeway in Newcastle's city centre. During the first mile, participants cross the Tyne Bridge into Gateshead and proceed on the A184 towards Heworth and other locations.
Running from the A184 to the A194 is possible from miles three (Gateshead International Stadium) to eight (the Tyne Tunnel turn-off); this is a fairly straightforward stretch of road with no sharp twists.
There is a slight decline between kilometres three and five, and a pleasant stretch between miles five and eight. Additional climbing can be expected from miles eight to 12 before a quick, steep descent to the sea on Marsden Bank and a about level last mile for the home stretch beside the surf at South Shields.
How to find out Great North Run result
There are two ways to go about this: the first is to go to the Great Run website, where all you have to do is input your race number or second name.
As an alternative, you can use the Great Run app, where participants were also able to monitor their split timings and their loved ones could maintain tabs on them during the event.
How to enter the Great North Run 2025
The ballot for the Great North Run 2025 opened on Thursday, September 5, 2024. On Friday, September 13, 2024, at 10am the ballot will conclude for the opportunity to stand on the famous start line.
Every year, spots for the Great North Run are distributed through a voting process. To participate, you must register, complete an online application, and submit it by the designated time in February. In mid-February, you will receive notification regarding the status of your application. For more details on how to enter the Great North Run, see the Great Run Company website.
