My Story

About Me

One of my very good friends asked me if I would run in this event with her. Running is not my strength, and getting older it always feels like much harder work to train for these things.

But.....! The Matt Hampson Foundation is such an amazing organisation that really helps and supports people who are physically challenged, to be the best that they can be.  I cant think of a better way to honour & support people who are persuing their personal rehabilitation, by pushing myself out of my physical comfort zone and running this iconic race.

Any donation that you can give would be greatly appreciated.

Thank-you, Clarie 

About us

60,000 determined and dedicated runners make the AJ Bell Great North Run the World’s biggest and best half marathon – famous for its warm North East welcome, unbeatable atmosphere and the millions raised for good causes.

We’ll see runners back on the AJ Bell Great North Run, city to sea course, on Sunday as we return to our traditional finish line in South Shields. The AJ Bell Great North Run is an opportunity for us all to come together and support one another.

If you're unable to run and have to withdraw from the 2024 AJ Bell Great North Run, you have the option to defer your 2024 AJ Bell Great North Place to the next year.  You can find more information here. 

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