20 photos AJ Bell Junior and Mini Great North Run

By Hayley Lovely

Published 10th Sep 2023, 10:33 BST

20 pictures from the junior Great North Run as children pave the way for Sunday's half marathon

These impressive youngsters were among the thousands due to take part in the Junior and Mini Great North Run events on yesterday.

All mini races were 1.2km long while the junior events took place over a 4km course.

The popular events have become a key part of the Great North Run weekend, taking place ahead of the half marathon on Sunday.

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Sir Mo Farah rings the bell at AJ Bell Junior and Mini Great North Run
Credit: North News and Pictures

1. Sir Mo gets the race underway

Sir Mo Farah rings the bell at AJ Bell Junior and Mini Great North Run Credit: North News and Pictures

Little and large Spider-Man take on the run
Credit: North News and Pictures

2. Two Spideys take on the race

Little and large Spider-Man take on the run Credit: North News and Pictures

This girl is ready to run

3. Taking on the mini run

This girl is ready to run

Sir Mo Farah and staff ready for the race
Credit: North News and Pictures

4. Say cheese!

Sir Mo Farah and staff ready for the race Credit: North News and Pictures

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