My Story

Hello everyone,

I am completing the Great North run to raise funds to go towards my good friend, Stephen Darby’s DarbyRimmer foundation. Having played with Darbs for more than 5 years, he wasn’t just a team mate but a true friend. It is an honour to take part in this run to help his foundation. He is and continues to be an inspiration to everyone through his personal battle with MND. Any donation, big or small, would be most appreciated. 

Many thanks, 
Hans

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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