How to roll over your Great North Run 2020 ballot place - before this weekend's deadline

Runners wishing to carry their place in the 2020 Great North Run over to next year’s event have only got a few days left to secure their spot.
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But those already signed up to take part in the 2020 race were invited by organisers to roll their place over free of charge for next year’s half marathon, or collect a refund.

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2020 ballot runners and members still have time to claim their spot – but they must apply for a rollover to 2021 race’s by Saturday, August 1.

Great Run has announced the launch of a virtual event as this year's Great North Run has been cancelled. Picture: Great Run.Great Run has announced the launch of a virtual event as this year's Great North Run has been cancelled. Picture: Great Run.
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Organisers Great Run issued a social media reminder on Wednesday, July 29 for runners wishing to carry over their place.

A form is available for participants to complete on the Great Run website here. Once filled in, a ballot or member runner’s place will be secure for next year.

Great Run said: “There is nothing further to pay and no ballot to enter – you will have secured your entry.”

Runners cross the Tyne Bridge in the Great North Run. Credit: The Great Run CompanyRunners cross the Tyne Bridge in the Great North Run. Credit: The Great Run Company
Runners cross the Tyne Bridge in the Great North Run. Credit: The Great Run Company
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Those who do not wish to carry their place over to next year will receive a refund automatically on their payment card, with these being processed after Friday, July 31.

Charity runners should be contacted directly by the organisation they were fundraising for with further information.

The 2021 Great North Run is scheduled to take place on Sunday, September 12.

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