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.
21. Wacky outfits
This group of friends were in great spirits as they headed along Newcastle's Central Motorway. | North News & Pictures Ltd
22. Important causes
A lot of runners were showing their support for charities that are important to them. | North News & Pictures Ltd
23. Charity groups
Groups representing the same charities were spotted together. | North News & Pictures Ltd
24. Focus on the task
Runners were focused on getting through the iconic half-marathon. | North News & Pictures Ltd