Half Marathon

Great North Run Poster

The world's largest half marathon, from Newcastle city centre to South Shields on the North Sea coast.

City
Newcastle
Country
UK
Distance
21.1 km / 13.1 mi
Date
September 6, 2026 (approx.)

Each year the Great North Run sends runners across 21.1 km (13.1 mi) in Newcastle, UK, usually in September. Make a poster of your finish from your own GPS file below.

Official race website: Great North Run

The Great North Run course

A point-to-point half marathon running from Newcastle upon Tyne to the coast at South Shields. The route heads out of the city, crosses the River Tyne over the Tyne Bridge into Gateshead, then follows main roads east before finishing along the seafront. It is the largest half marathon in the world and the course is broadly fast with a net descent toward the coast.

Profile
Rolling
First held
1981
Field size
~60,000
Course record (M)
58:56
Course record (W)
1:04:28

Typical race-day conditions: Held in September, conditions are typically mild and cool with a chance of rain and coastal breezes near the finish.

What your Great North Run poster could look like

Style examples with illustrative routes — upload your own GPS file below and your real route & stats replace these.

GREAT NORTH
RUN
Newcastle, UK
21.10km
2:00:31
5:43/km
59m
1580Cal
Every Step Counts
GREAT NORTH
RUN
Newcastle, UK
21.10km
1:59:19
5:39/km
312m
1580Cal
Stronger Than Yesterday
GREAT NORTH
RUN
Newcastle, UK
21.10km
1:58:17
5:36/km
188m
1580Cal
Earned, Not Given

Make your own Great North Run poster

Upload your GPX, TCX, FIT or KML file — your real route & stats become a print-ready poster in seconds. Free, no sign-up.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Great North Run?
The Great North Run is typically held in September — around September 6, 2026 (check the official race site for the confirmed 2026 date).
How long is the Great North Run?
21.1 km (13.1 mi) — half-marathon distance.
Where is the Great North Run held?
The Great North Run is held in Newcastle, UK.
Who organises the Great North Run?
The Great North Run is organised by The Great Run Company, whose official website has entry and course details.
Where can I find official Great North Run information?
Dates, entry, and course details are published on the official Great North Run website. After the race, export your GPS file and turn it into a poster here.
How do I make a Great North Run poster?
Upload your GPX, TCX, or FIT file to Route Posters. Your 21.1 km (13.1 mi) route and stats are instantly turned into a beautiful, print-ready poster — free and no sign-up needed.
How do I get my GPS file for the Great North Run?
After your race, export a GPX, TCX, or FIT file from Strava, Garmin Connect, Apple Fitness, Komoot, Wahoo, Suunto, or your watch app. Look for the "Export" or "Download" option on the activity detail page.