Great North Run 2025 - the big day has arrived
The North East takes centre stage across the world today as the iconic Great North Run gets underway
The North East takes centre stage across the world today as the iconic Great North Run gets underway.
Over 60 thousand runners will be cheered from Newcastle to South Shields.
The unique half marathon sees elite runners mix with fun runners and charity champions from all over the country.
We'll be bringing you all the excitement, the tears and smiles and the funny costumes right here, as well as through the day on air.
Meanwhile, you can check on all the planned road closures and public transport information for the day;