Great North Run 2027
Join #TeamPSPA for the 2027 AJ Bell Great North Run!
The AJ Bell Great North Run is the world’s biggest and best half marathon, with 60,000 runners taking on the route from Newcastle to South Shields each year. It’s famous for its inclusive atmosphere, unbeatable route-side entertainment and warm Geordie welcome!
Great North Run magic can be hard to understand – until you’ve experienced it for yourself!
There are traditionally two ballot windows for the GNR:
- September Ballot: Usually opens right around the weekend of the current year’s event (early-mid September)
- January Ballot: Usually opens in early January and closes mid-January for final remaining places.
You can sign up for Official Ballot Reminder on the Official Great Run Website
And if successful in the ballot, let us know you’d like to be part of the team by clicking on the button below and getting in touch!
We also hope to secure more charity places than we’ve ever had before! Between Charity places and Ballot Places we would love to make the 2027 team the largest, and most powerful ever! So with that in mind we are opening applications early!
To maximise your chance of securing a place, be sure to enter both the ballot, as well as applying for a charity place.
Charity places will come at a cost to PSPA, and we ask that you fundraise to a certain amount, in exchange for a lower entry fee. If you are successful in obtaining your own Ballot place, you will have a higher entry fee, however there is no fundraising commitment – you set your own target! Our support to you, if you are running for PSPA, is exactly the same!
Terms & conditions from organisers can be found here.
Together we can improve diagnosis for the 10,000 people living with PSP & CBD in UK.
Our Great North Run fundraisers, whether they be own place or charity place entry, will receive fundraising support when needed, and we are happy to supply you with a PSPA running vest or shirt for on the day.
If you need any additional materials such as sponsor forms, PSPA balloons, flags, clappers, fact cards and leaflets they are available upon request.
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Entry Fee £25
Fundraising Target: £500
FAQs
When is the Great North Run?
The 2027 Great North Run will take place on Sunday 12 September.
When will applications open for charity places?
Applications will be accepted from 04/09/26, and will close at the discretion of the fundraising team.
What's the registration fee and fundraising target?
Our entry fee is just £25, and we ask that you raise £500 to help us continue our vital work to improve the quality of life for those with PSP or CBD.
Can I run for PSPA if I already have a place?
Yes, we’d love to have you on the team! Sign up as an own place runner by emailing fundraising@pspassociation.org.uk and you’ll receive all of the same support from our dedicated team.
Will PSPA be there on the day?
We will! Full details of where to see us will be provided ahead of race day!
FUNDRAISING TOOLS
Need help kick starting your fundraising for PSPA?
Download our fundraising pack and resources for tips and ideas to help you achieve your fundraising target and raise awareness of PSP & CBD.
PSPA SHOP
Get kitted out for your training and challenge in our website shop.
Choose from a range of t-shirts, running vests and accessories to help you promote PSPA as you take on your challenge.
OTHER CHALLENGES
Why not check out what other challenges you can take to help create a better future for everyone affected by PSP & CBD.
We offer places for running events, treks, skydives, cycles, and swims. Just to name a few!