Bupa Great North Run

Location: Newcastle-Gateshead

Date: Sunday 15 September 2013

Event type: Run

Distance: Half marathon

Registration fee: £50

Fundraising target: £375

Level: Moderate to Tough

The Bupa Great North Run is the premier event in the Great Run series and firmly established as the world's most popular half-marathon, with over 54,000 runners each year. The course takes in the iconic Tyne Bridge and finishes in the coastal town of South Shields. Take a look at our photos from the Bupa Great North Run 2011.

You can register for the race organisers' ballot now. Alternatively, simply complete our online form or call us on 0870 417 0192 to register your interest with us and we will back in touch as soon as we have details on how you can sign up.

Successful in the ballot? Join Team Alzheimer's Society

If you were successful in getting a place through the race organisers we would love to have you running with Team Alzheimer's Society!

By joining the Alzheimer's Society running team you'll receive great support from the moment you sign up until you cross the finish line. If you choose to run for Alzheimer's Society we will provide you with:

• A free breathable running t-shirt or vest
• A free Alzheimer's Society fundraising pack including a fundraising guide, a training schedule and nutritional advice
• Regular newsletters keeping you up to date on race day information and top training and fundraising tips
• Cheering points and post-race receptions on race day

To join Team Alzheimer's Society simply complete our own place online form or call us on 0870 417 0192.