Around 60,000 runners gathered in the North East on Sunday, September 8, to take part in the 2024 AJ Bell Great North Run.
The iconic half-marathon, which takes runners from Newcastle city centre to the South Shields coast, is the biggest event in the region’s running calendar.
Despite the heavy rain soaking both participants and spectators, spirits were high as runners made their way along the 13.1-mile long route.
Take a look through our gallery of fantastic photos from the 2024 AJ Bell Great North Run.
13. Unique costumes
A wide variety of costumes were on display at the 2024 Great North Run. | North News & Pictures Ltd
14. Thumbs up
Spirits were high despite the North East's bad weather. | North News & Pictures Ltd
15. The Mayor of the North East
Kim McGuinness described the event as "the jewel in our crown as a region". | North News & Pictures Ltd
16. Fun runners
Around 60,000 people were expected to take part in the 2024 Great North Run. | North News & Pictures Ltd