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Great North Run Volunteer

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support us at the annual Great North Run.

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Position Great North Run Volunteer
End Date Friday 28 August 2026
Location South Shields

The AJ Bell Great North Run is one of the world’s largest half-marathons. Every year our runners raise money to fund research and support people living with muscle wasting conditions. This prestigious event returns on Sunday 13th September and we’re looking for volunteers to make the day special!

Why volunteer?

  • Be part of an important day and have lots of fun cheering and celebrating
  • Gain experience in supporting an event
  • Meet new people, and work as part of a team

What you’ll get

  • An event t-shirt
  • Lunch expensed
  • On the day support and guidance from our volunteer coordinator

What you’ll be doing

  • You’ll be positioned at our mile 12 cheer point (South Shields) where you’ll make lots of noise and give encouragement as our runners pass by
  • We may need a few volunteers at our post-race reception to congratulate runners and help with any admin

What we’re Looking For

  • An enthusiastic and positive attitude to motivate runners
  • Reliability – we’ll need you to arrive and leave at your agreed shift

Sign up today and help make the event a day to remember!

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