Great North Run

Take on The AJ Bell Great North Run for Hearing Dogs - the world’s biggest and best half marathon!

It’s famous for its inclusive atmosphere, unbeatable on-route entertainment, and warm Geordie welcome. From the rush of the Red Arrows flying overhead to the oggy-oggy-oggy chants, Great North Run magic can be hard to understand – until you’ve experienced it for yourself.

Join Team Hearing Dogs with one of our charity places and you’re guaranteed a run like no other – and a finish line feeling you’ll never forget!

Event Details

Where: Newcastle to South Shields

When: 13th September 2026

Time: 10am

Distance: 13.1 miles 

Registration Fee: £40.00 (charity places only)

Sponsorship Target: £350.00 (charity places only)

 

Click 'Register now' and select 'I would like a Hearing Dog charity place'

We don't just welcome charity applicants, if you have been lucky enough to have secured a place in the public ballot and would like to join Team Hearing Dogs, we would love to have you - please click the 'Register now' link below and select 'I have my own place'.

What you can expect

We'll be with you every step of the way. Join us and receive:

  • a digital fundraising pack full of tips, advice and fundraising materials
  • a complimentary professional running vest
  • unlimited support from a dedicated team
  • post-race refreshments and Hearing Dog meet and greet in the charity village at our dedicated tent
  • the satisfaction of knowing you're helping deaf people leave loneliness behind and reconnect with life

By taking part and fundraising for Hearing Dogs, you will help train life-changing hearing dogs that will transform deaf people's lives.

"Such an emotional day! I am so proud of both my achievement and the Hearing Dogs team who supported me from first sign up. The Marathon was a challenging but wonderful experience"

Martin

Register now

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Your Hearing Dogs contact for this event

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Gina Evans, National Community Events Manager

 gina.evans@hearingdogs.org.uk

 07441 928105

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