As a handy guide, we’ve rounded up the 5km timed runs in North East parks. They are open to everyone, free and are safe and easy to take part in. All you need to do is register before you attend here.
. North East Harrier League Cross Country event at Herrington Country Park on Saturday.
Herrington Country Park Run | JPIMedia Photo: Kevin Brady
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. Sunderland
Every Saturday at 9am at the Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slope. | JPIMedia Photo: Tim Richardson
. Herrington Country Park
Every Saturday at 9am at Herrington Country Park, Penshaw. | JPIMedia Photo: JPI Media
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. South Shields
Every Saturday at 9am at The Leas, South Shields. | JPIMedia Photo: Stu Norton
. Gateshead
Every Saturday at 9am at Saltwell Park, Gateshead. | JPIMedia Photo: JPI Media
. Durham
Every Saturday at 9am at the Graham Sports Centre, Maiden Castle, Stockton Road. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Google Maps
. The Pastures, Alnwick, Northumberland
A run takes place every Saturday at 9am at The Pastures, Lion Bridge, Alnwick, Northumberland. | JPIMedia Photo: Jane Coltman
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1. Sunderland
Every Saturday at 9am at the Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slope. | JPIMedia Photo: Tim Richardson
2. Herrington Country Park
Every Saturday at 9am at Herrington Country Park, Penshaw. | JPIMedia Photo: JPI Media
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3. South Shields
Every Saturday at 9am at The Leas, South Shields. | JPIMedia Photo: Stu Norton
4. Gateshead
Every Saturday at 9am at Saltwell Park, Gateshead. | JPIMedia Photo: JPI Media