Inaugural Newcastle Half Marathon & 10k partners with LGBTQ+ community

Newcastle is previewing a brand new half marathon and 10k event which will take runners through the beautiful countryside lanes around Newcastle Airport and Dinnington.

RunThrough, the UK’s largest and Europe’s fastest-growing running events company is previewing the inaugural Newcastle Half Marathon and 10k, set to take place on Sunday 14th July.

The new event will start and finish at the Newcastle Falcons Rugby Union home ground, Kingston Park.

The half marathon and 10k feature road closures that take runners through the countryside lanes, providing scenic views to participants.

In a significant collaboration, RunThrough has partnered with Newcastle Frontrunners, Newcastle’s largest inclusive running club. Newcastle Frontrunners welcome all sections of the community, with a special emphasis on the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ (LGBTQ+) communities and their allies. This event will be an integral part of their Pride Month awareness campaign, complementing their other events in July.

Matt Wood, Co-Founder of RunThrough, shared his enthusiasm for the event: “We are incredibly excited to bring the Newcastle Half Marathon and 10k to life at such an iconic venue as Kingston Park.

“Our goal is to create a race that not only challenges runners but also brings the community together in celebration of diversity and inclusivity. Partnering with Newcastle Frontrunners for their Pride Month awareness campaign aligns perfectly with our values, and we look forward to a memorable event.”

The Newcastle Half Marathon and 10k aim to foster a welcoming environment for runners of all abilities, encouraging both seasoned athletes and newcomers to achieve their personal bests while supporting a great cause.