Great North Run 2026
Join Team Whizz Kidz in the world's largest half marathon and help young wheelchair users to go further
13 September 2026
10:00a.m.
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Run
£300 minimum target
£25 registration fee
Join Team Whizz Kidz at the Great North Run 2026!
We have now filled our charity places for the Great North Run 2026 but you can join our waitlist today and we will let you know if a place becomes available.
The Great North Run is the worlds largest half marathon and one of the most popular global running events. Starting in Newcastle Upon Tyne and finishing in South Shields, the scenic route takes you along the North East coastline. With music, entertainment and a vibrant atmosphere this race is ideal for beginners or experienced runners chasing a new personal best.
What you'll receive
- Access to training guides for all levels, ensuring you're fully prepared for the start line.
- Regular emails with support, Whizz Kidz updates and fundraising advice.
- Personalised assistance from our dedicated Events Team to help smash your fundraising target.
- Raise your first £100, and we’ll send you your very own Whizz Kidz running vest!
Your impact
The money you raise will help us reach even more young wheelchair users by funding mobility equipment, life skills training and opportunities for young people to reach their full potential.
- £110 could pay for additional parts to extend the life of a young person's wheelchair and 'grow' the equipment as a child's needs change.
- £209 could enable a young person to attend an activity session where they can make new friends and build their confidence.
- £347 could fund a child to attend a Wheelchair Skills Training session and develop vital skills to help them use their wheelchair safely and confidently.
- £1,300 could enable Whizz Kidz to provide for an adapted trike for a young wheelchair user, giving them a safe way to play and have fun with other children.
Join our waitlist or register with your own place today, so we can reach even more young wheelchair users across the UK.
Join Team Whizz Kidz so more children like Aniyah can go further
Rather than experiencing the freedom of being five years old, Aniyah was growing frustrated at being made to feel different.
Her new wheelchair from Whizz Kidz has changed that and so much more. “It’s far easier to give her hugs in this chair, and she loves hugs!” says Zainab, Aniyah's mum.
Already have a place?
Do you already have a ballot place in the Great North Run? You can sign-up to run for Team Whizz Kidz, benefit from our amazing support and help young wheelchair users.
