‘Thanks to all’ - Popular South Shields 10-mile run celebrates its 10th anniversary
A popular South Shields run has held its 10th anniversary event.
Having initially started as a training race for the Great North Run, the popular South Shields 10-Mile Run has celebrated its 10th anniversary at the weekend.
More than 360 runners gathered on the start line at Souter Lighthouse on Sunday, August 2, as they prepared to take on the scenic route along the South Tyneside coastline and The Leas.
The course gives participants the chance to take in the impressive views of Marsden Rock, Frenchman’s Bay and Sandhaven Beach.
Organised by South Shields-based Run Eat Sleep, the much-loved coastal road race celebrated its 10th year.
Luke Adams, the race organiser, thanked those who have continued to make the event possible over the course of the last decade.
He said: “This event is all about promoting South Shields, our coastline, an outdoor lifestyle, running and fitness, supporting local businesses and charities, and bringing the best out of people.
“We love the small local community feel and character of the event so we hope to always keep this.
“Thanks to all of our amazing volunteer team and everyone that’s been a part of it over the last 10 years.”
Mark Hope, of the Wallsend Hariers, won the men’s race - with Michael Stott, of the Blyth Running Club, and Simon May, of the South Shields Harriers, finishing second and third respectively.
In the women’s race, Charlotte Redhead, of the Heaton Harriers, took home first place, with Joanne McNeill, of the Saltwell Harriers, coming in second and Ruth Dadswell, of Birtley Athletics Club, finishing third.
You can view the full list of results at: https://runeatsleep.co.uk/10mile2026/.