Great North Run 2024

We are pleased to report that we have secured our guaranteed charity package of 35 places for this years Great North Run on Sunday 8th September. The target sponsorship to be raised is £250. To secure your place email paul@maxappeal.org.uk for an entry form.

Max Appeal has secured 35 guaranteed charity places for next years Great North Run, to be held on Sunday 11th September. To secure your place email paul@maxappeal.org.uk for an entry form.

Max Appeal STILL has 20 places available for the Great North Run. It's one of our biggest annual fundraisers! We need to fill the places in the next 2 weeks or we will lose the places.

Please ask any friends or family if they will consider taking part and email paul@maxappeal.org.uk, asap.

Max Appeal will provide a free running vest and fundraising pack, pre and post race meet up opportunities and support.

It's a fun weekend too for a good cause and will help us continue our work supporting families affected by 22q11.

Max Appeal have a number of guaranteed places still available for the Great North Run 2021

The event is scheduled to take place on Sunday 12th September, the entry fee is £56.00, sponsorship target is £200.00.

Max Appeal running vests will be supplied.

Please email paul@maxappeal.org.uk to register your interest or if you have any queries.

ULTRA LONDON  (Saturday 31 July 2021)

·         The event follows the Capital Ring footpath, bringing an ultra-running adventure to the London’s doorstep

·         The event has two distances, the shorter 27.5k distance and the 55k ultra distance event

·         LONDON 27.5 starting in Crystal Palace, the route takes participants through South West London & past locations such as Wimbledon Common, Richmond Park and finishing in Richmond upon Thames

·         ULTRA LONDON 55 is the entire South section of the Capital Ring, starting at Woolwich Foot Tunnel (East London) and crossing nine beautiful London Boroughs before the finish line in Richmond upon Thames (West London)

·         The event is accessible and open to all, from seasoned ultra-runners, walkers seeking a challenge, or first timers looking to push their limits

·         The fully waymarked route follows the Capital Ring, a relatively unknown but spectacular 78-mile public footpath around London on a mix of hidden trails, footpaths, parks, disused railway lines and woodland

·         Entries are now open and for a limited time only are available at a special Launch price

·         Event website for more information:  https://www.ultralondon.co.uk/

Editorial

ULTRA LONDON returns on Saturday 31 July 2021, bringing an ultra-running adventure to the capital’s doorstep.  The fully waymarked event follows the Capital Ring, a relatively unknown but spectacular 78-mile footpath around London. 

Participants are challenged to complete the shorter 27.5k distance or the 55k ultra distance event.  With two distances and generous cut off times, the event is accessible to all, whether seasoned ultra-runners, walkers seeking a challenge, or first timers looking to push their limits.

LONDON 27.5 is designed to be a perfect challenge for half marathon runners looking to take the next step and embark on a new off-road experience.  ULTRA LONDON 55 takes competitors along the entire southern section of the Capital Ring, crossing through nine beautiful London Boroughs before crossing the finish line in Richmond upon Thames.

The surprisingly green and picturesque route promises participants a chance to explore London’s iconic scenery on a mix of hidden trails, footpaths, parks, disused railway lines and woodland around the capital.  Participants will experience stunning views & historic landmarks throughout the multi-terrain route, and excellent transport links ensure friends and family can support throughout the event and celebrate at the finish line.

Entries are now open and for a limited time only are available at a special Launch price.  Get off the beaten track and become an ULTRA LONDONER, visit ultralondon.co.uk.

ULTRA NORTH  (Saturday 5 June 2021)

·         The event starts & finishes in Derwenthaugh Park, just outside Newcastle Upon Tyne

·         The event has two distances, the shorter 25k distance and the 55k ultra distance event

·         NORTH 25 is designed to be a perfect challenge for half marathon runners looking for a fresh challenge

·         ULTRA NORTH 55 takes competitors on a tour of the region, passing iconic landmarks & following famous footpaths

·         The event is accessible and open to all, from seasoned ultra-runners, walkers seeking a challenge, or first timers looking to push their limits

·         The fully waymarked route celebrates the region’s heritage and follows a blend of urban, parkland, disused railway lines and woodland trails

·         Entries are now open and for a limited time only are available at a special Launch price

·         Event website for more information:  https://www.ultranorth.co.uk/

Editorial

After a successful inaugural event in 2020, ULTRA NORTH returns to the North East on Saturday 5 June 2021.  Starting and finishing in Derwenthaugh Park, just a few minutes from Newcastle, ULTRA NORTH celebrates the industrial history of the region, offering a unique opportunity to explore the blend of urban, parkland, disused railway lines and woodland trails that the area has to offer.

Participants are challenged to complete the shorter 25k distance or the 55k ultra distance event.  With two distances and generous cut off times, the event is accessible to all, whether seasoned ultra-runners, walkers seeking a challenge, or first timers looking to push their limits.

NORTH 25 is designed to be a perfect challenge for half marathon runners looking to embark on a new off-road experience.  ULTRA NORTH 55 takes competitors on a tour of the region, passing iconic landmarks & following famous footpaths.

Many of Newcastle’s landmarks are world famous, but ULTRA NORTH showcases the hidden gems the region has to offer.  The route will provide a suitable challenge and perhaps some surprises along the way, but all participants will be assured of a famous Geordie welcome home as they cross the finish line.

Entries are now open and for a limited time only are available at a special Launch price.  Discover what you are made of in 2021, visit ultranorth.co.uk.