But this fall it will be business as usual. thousands of runners and spectators We landed in the area for the race weekend and just finished a half marathon effort on the waterfront of South Tyneside.
With just a few days left, we asked attendees across social media to tell us what inspired the Great North Run.
The event raises thousands of much-needed pounds for charity each year. Below are just a few of those who participated in the fundraising weekend.
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Here are some of the runners’ stories and causes that resonate with them.
4 Louis
Alistair Peel On the day of the Great North Run, I am running a 15-mile route to remember my baby daughter Lucy May and help 4 Louis.
Although he is absent from Center Parcs, he is honoring his commitment to racing.
Ashley Campbell Running for 4Louis in memory of her baby boy Noah.
“To support future grieving parents in memory of our baby.”
Alice House Hospice
grace, cut, paula All work at Alice House Hospice in Hartlepool. They run to help hospices provide the best care possible.
Alzheimer’s Association
Kate FordA nurse participates in the Alzheimer’s Association’s Great North Run.
She added, “My own family went through this too when my Nana was diagnosed with dementia. Not letting your loved ones recognize you is the worst.
Debbie and Gordon Garrity I am also running for the Alzheimer’s Association.
Debbie adds:
A-Sisterhood
Michaela Berry I am running for A-Sisterhood. An organization committed to standing up for women everywhere.
She explains:
Berwick’s cancer car
Susan Howlett I am running for Berwick’s Cancer Cars.
she said: “
colon cancer uk
Matty Down Running for Colon Cancer UK.
British Heart Foundation
Sally Dixon I am running for the British Heart Foundation in memory of my uncle Mike Fox who passed away last Christmas.
“I’ve been running for 10 weeks since I broke my wrist and I’m determined to do it.”
Charlie & Carter Foundation
Joan Nicholson and Team Nick I am running for the Charlie & Carter Foundation.
Chloe and Liam trust together forever
Steph Brown I am running for the Chloe & Lam Together Forever Trust.
Chufu
Jake Featherstone and Ashley Steele Running together for CHUF in honor of our boy Finley.
Cystic Fibrosis Trust
Sarah Yates Is running for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust in memory of her brother.
daisy chain
Claire Attey is running for Daisy Chain. Supporting people with autism and their families.
she says: It’s going to be a great day and I can’t wait to get a feel for it.”
Grace House North East
Michael Forbes “I am running for the wonderful Grace House North East. A wonderful charity that works with children, young people and their families with disabilities.”
Great North Air Ambulance Service
Wendy Cook Participating in her first Great North Run for the Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS).
hospice uk
Kirsty Anderson I am running for Hospice UK.
she said: A great charity that helps so many families. “
If You Care Share Foundation
Jessica Talbot is running for If U Care Share in memory of his 19-year-old son Keaton, who passed away in June 2019.
mental health foundation
Philippa Sologood Running for the Mental Health Foundation.
mind
Glenn Williamson Running for the Mind in memory of his father.
Newcastle Cat & Dog Shelter
Louise McAlpine I am running for election to the Newcastle Cat & Dog Shelter.
She added: “It’s a very good charity.”
Pawz for thought
Avis Scott I sent a fundraising link for my 12 year old son Dan.
rainbow trust
Jill Scarfield is running for the Rainbow Trust to help children and families suffering from long-term illnesses.
Samaritan
Imogen Mahadeva Running to help the Samaritan.
St Benedict Hospice
she said:
teesside family foundation
Norman Wright Running for the Teesside Family Foundation.
small life
Holly Hall Running for Tiny Lives in memory of her friend’s baby boy Jaxx.
victim support
connor bow I am running for victim support in memory of my brother Dean.
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