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AJ Bell Great North Run

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Date 07 September 2025
Location Newcastle
Registration fee £30
Minimum fundraising £400

The countdown to the world’s biggest half marathon is on and you can be part of the action by signing up with team Royal Voluntary Service!

The AJ Bell Great North Run sees 60,000 incredible people take their place on the start line in Newcastle upon Tyne and travel 13.1 miles towards the beautiful coastline of South Shields.

If it's a Geordie welcome you're looking for then be prepared for the goosebumps as you hear the roar of thousands of supporters cheering your name, all the way from start to finish. 

Apply for a charity place  

To apply for one of our charity places, please complete our application form. If you are successful, we ask that you pay a £30 registration fee and commit to raise £400 for Royal Voluntary Service.   

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Why run for Royal Voluntary Service?

  • Impactful fundraising: By raising funds, you directly contribute to Royal Voluntary Service’s mission of supporting people in hospitals and communities across the UK. Your efforts help provide friendship, coordination of events, and practical assistance to those who need it most. 
  • Dedicated support: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, Royal Voluntary Service stands by your side throughout your journey. Expect fundraising ideas, motivational tips, and Royal Voluntary Service materials to ensure your fundraising success. 
  • Race day gear: As an Royal Voluntary Service runner, you’ll receive a free running vest to proudly wear on race day. 
  • Fundraising guidance: Royal Voluntary Service provides dedicated support to help you reach your fundraising target. Regular emails and communication keep you informed and motivated leading up to the event. 
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A woman cheering at completing a cahrity fundraiser for Royal Voluntary Service

Already have a place in the Great North Run?  

If you’re lucky enough to secure your place directly through the Great North Run ballot, we’d love for you to join Team Royal Voluntary Service. There’s no minimum fundraising target; we simply ask that you raise as much as you can. Let our fundraising team know you’re planning to join our team.   

As Royal Voluntary Service is a charity I support, it was a no-brainer for me

Jonathan, who ran the Great North Run for Royal Voluntary Service added: "I was honoured to take on the challenge so that I could give something back to them as a thank you for their wonderful services."

Can we help? 

If you have any questions about our fundraising events please contact our dedicated team by calling us on 0800 731 9197 or contact us by email. 

Email our fundraising team