Great North Run 2026 Charity Places

Be a part of #teambreathe

Take on the world famous Great North Run and be a part of an iconic half marathon. Taking you from city to sea in the North East of England, you'll be one of close to 60,000 runners for this can't-miss weekend in the running calendar.

Join our team now

Secured your own place? 

Run for Asthma + Lung UK and be a part of #TeamBreathe

Join with your ballot place

What you'll get:

• A personalised running vest
• Advice from our expert running coaches
• The loudest cheer points on the big day
• An after party with a free massage and a glass of fizz!

Sign up as a volunteer

Not a runner but still want to get involved in the event? 

Register as a Cheer Squad volunteer and join us to support Team Breathe runners! We are looking for passionate individuals who want to drive lung health transformation and raise vital awareness for Asthma + Lung UK by cheering on our wonderful event participants. Meet new people, build connections and get one of our free t-shirts.

Get in touch

If you have any questions about the event, simply contact our events team at events@asthmaandlung.org.uk.