There is one month to go to the iconic event which sees 60,000 people tackle the 13.1 mile course from Newcastle to South Shields.
Look at these incredible Getty Images scenes from last year’s event which shows everything from the packed crowds on the Metro to the bustling streets of Newcastle as runners head to the start line.
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9. Going up
Runners use the Metro as they make their way to the start line of the AJ Bell Great North Run. (Photo by Ian Forsyth/Getty Images) | Getty Images
10. Waves of memories
The signs ensure that the runners know exactly where they should be heading to. (Photo by Ian Forsyth/Getty Images) | Getty Images
11. On the march
A wave of runners on their way through Newcastle city centre for the 2024 half marathon to South Shields. (Photo by Ian Forsyth/Getty Images) | Getty Images
12. Limbering up
These runners are just about at the start of the 2024 run but we want to know if you are in the picture. (Photo by Ian Forsyth/Getty Images) | Getty Images