And we were there to capture all of the action on camera – from the Elite athletes to the inspirational runners doing the miles for a good cause.
2021 marked the first year that the iconic half marathon did not finish in South Shields. An amended race route, put in place for Covid security and safety, saw the event start and finish in Newcastle.
Check out our pictures from Great North Run day below, and keep checking back throughout Sunday as we add more.
Check out our pictures from Great North Run day below, and keep checking back throughout Sunday as we add more.
5. Here come the girls
Vicki Morrison and Wendi Slater, from South Shields, play tribute to they favourite runner Usain Bolt at South Shields Metro Station.
Photo: Ian McClelland
6. Superheroes
Laura Whitworth, Carla Howes, Karen Liddle and Lindsey Collings gather at South Shields Metro Station.
Photo: Ian McClelland
7. Fresh and finished
John Halligan (left) and Luke McCormack of Sunderland Strollers.
Photo: Ryan Smith
8. First place
Elite Women's winner Hellen Obiri, who had a time of 01:07:42.
Photo: Kevin Brady