Join #TeamSpinal and conquer the world’s biggest and most recognised half marathon. Embark on this incredible journey alongside 57,000 fellow runners and nearly as many spectators. The race has a fantastic atmosphere, full of full of dedication, passion and fun. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this unforgettable experience – join us and make a difference!
How to apply:
We’d love you to apply to join #TeamSpinal! Click on the button below to submit your application.
Got a ballot place?
If you are lucky enough to secure a ballot place we’d love you to join #TeamSpinal. You will receive all the perks of being part of the team and all we ask is that you raise as much as you can. All sponsorship will help us develop treatments to restore feeling and mobility for people paralysed as a result of a spinal cord injury. Email the Events Team today or click below to get started.
What can you expect from us:
Everyone in our team will receive a full support package including:
- 1-to-1 personalised fundraising support
- Access to an exclusive training Hub (provided by GH Training)
- Team e-newsletters
- A Spinal Research technical t-shirt
Not to mention heaps of encouragement, help and advice!
We are pleased to be supported by GH Training, a service designed to help you train for the marathon. Run by personal trainer Graeme Hilditch (author of our training guides and previous Spinal Research runner!)
FAQs:
Is there a minimum age for taking part in the Great North Run?
Yes, all participants in the Great North Run must be aged 18 or older on Marathon Day – you will be asked to confirm your age when you enter the event.
If you are younger than 18, they do host a mini & junior version of these events. We unfortunately do not have places for these events but if you can get a ballot place, we would love for you to join us on #TeamSpinal. Find out more information here.
What is the registration fee and how much do I have to fundraise?
The registration fee for the Great North Run is £30.00 and we ask all our charity place fundraisers to raise a minimum of £350.
Please note there is a first fundraising target of £250 which is due on the 13th May 2026. The remainder of your fundraising target (£100.00) is due 4 weeks after the event.
Will I get a fundraising top to wear on the day?
Absolutely, we love to send our team a technical t-shirt to wear during the run. We will even get you an iron on name so you can personalise it.
These are usually sent out after your first fundraising target.
How will I get my race pack?
The Great North Run will send your race number and chip directly to your address if you are based in the UK. You will receive this around 2 weeks before the event.
Please note, The Great North Run are unable to post run packs outside of the UK as they cannot guarantee their safe delivery. They will be made ready for collection from the information point.
Can I take part in a wheelchair?
Absolutely, all Great Run events are suitable for wheelchair users. There will be a question on the event portal that will ask if you are a wheelchair user and if you will be participating in a self-propelled racing wheelchair, or if you will be participating in a standard wheelchair and will be assisted (pushed).
For more FAQs, click here.
I have a ballot place with Great North Run and would like to fundraise for Spinal Research. Can I do this and will I have a fundraising target?
Congratulations on securing a place in the ballot – we would love to have you join #TeamSpinal! Please select ‘Own Ballot place’ above.
Please only fill out this form if you have a ballot place with the Great North Run.
As an own place runner, you won’t have a fundraising target. We just ask that you raise as much as possible so you can to help us fund essential research.
Will Spinal Research be attending the Great North Run?
We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who chooses to support Spinal Research by taking part in the Great North Run.
Unfortunately, we won’t be attending in person. As a charity, we carefully consider the costs involved, including travel, accommodation, staffing and event fees. We’ve made the difficult decision to put these funds directly towards our research, so we can make every pound go further.
We know this may be disappointing, and we really hope you understand. Although we won’t be there on the day, we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way! Every mile you run and every pound you raise helps us continue our vital work.
Have another question?
If you have any other questions or need support. Please contact us through the button below.
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