A series of road closures will be in place for the Great North Run on Sunday (13 Sep).
An incredible 63,000 runners will take on the world’s greatest and best half-marathon, the AJ Bell Great North Run, starting in Newcastle.
Now in its 45th year, more runners than ever will run from Newcastle city centre, making the iconic Tyne Bridge crossing, as they run 13.1 miles from Newcastle to South Shields.
To facilitate this major event, a series of road closures will be in place across Newcastle, including the Tyne Bridge, and people are urged to plan ahead.
Road closures will be in place around the start area near the Town Moor and Exhibition Park, from 8pm on Saturday evening until 6pm on Sunday. This includes the North West Radial (A167) and associated slip roads between Grandstand Road and Great North Road, and North Terrace between Claremont Road and Town Moor.
Central motorway (A167M) between Great North Road and Tyne Bridge and the Tyne Bridge itself will be closed on Sunday from 8.45am until around 2.30pm.
Runners and spectators coming into the city are encouraged to use public transport where possible. Park and ride facilities operate from many Metro stations and from the MetroCentre, just off the A1.
With the Tyne Bridge undergoing major restoration and only one footway open, spectators will not be able to congregate on the Tyne Bridge and will need to find alternative places to cheer runners on. Marshalls will be in place to ensure the footway is kept clear for people crossing the river.
Cllr Colin Ferguson, Leader of Newcastle City Council said: “The Great North Run is the sporting highlight of the year and we are incredibly proud to host the start in Newcastle.
“Each year it gets bigger and better, and we look forward to welcoming all the runners and their supporters on what will be a fantastic weekend for the city.
“Once again, our Tyne Bridge will play a key part as 63,000 runners are expected to make this iconic crossing. With the restoration works taking place, as well as improvements to central motorway, we have worked closely with the organisers to ensure this is another successful event.
“I wish everyone taking part good luck.”
Once the last runner has gone through, teams will move in to begin the mammoth task of removing the road closures.
The full list of ROAD CLOSURES include:
Closed between 20.00 on Saturday 12 September 2025 and 18.00 on Sunday 13 September 2026
1. The Northwest Radial (Jedburgh Road A167) and associated slip roads between Grandstand Road and Great North Road.
2. North Terrace between Claremont Road and Town Moor.
Closed between 08.45 and 14:30 on Sunday 13 September 2026
1. Central Motorway East (A167) (M) and associated slip roads between Great North Road and Tyne Bridge.
2. Tyne Bridge.
Closed between 06.45 and 13.30 on Sunday 13 September 2026
1. Claremont Road between Grandstand Road and Queen Victoria Road.
2. Hunters Road between Sheraton Street and Claremont Road.
Closed between 07.00 and 12.00 on Sunday 13 September 2026
1. Claremont Road between Queen Victoria Road and Barras Bridge.
2. Queen Victoria Road between Claremont Road and Royal Victoria Infirmary Multi Storey Car park exit.
Closed between the hours of 10.00 and 11.00 on Sunday 13 September 2026
1. Jesmond Dene Road at its junction with Great North Road
2. Great North Road (Northbound) at its junction with Grandstand Road
3. Great North Road (Southbound) at its junction with Grandstand Road
