Whether it is mega fundraisers, people who achieve against the odds, or merely those who like to run the famous course in a costume, the greatest run in the world has amazing people of all varieties.
Here’s 17 examples of those who have lit up the Newcastle to South Shields route over the years.
9. Flower power
Look at these colourful runners from 2004. Recognise them? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
10. To infinity - or at least South Shields
This runner got a buzz out of finishing the 2009 Great North Run. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: SN
12. Back to 2010
We're ap-peel-ing for your memories of the Great North Run down the years. Here's a scene from 2010. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton
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