Event Volunteer - Great North Run 2026

Event Volunteer - Great North Run 2026

Posted for Alzheimer’s Research UK

Posted by Volunteer Centre Newcastle

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity.

We’re working to revolutionise the way dementia is treated, diagnosed and prevented. But we will not stop there.

With your support, we will keep going until every person is free from the heartbreak of dementia.

We exist for a cure.

Join us at the Great North Run Half Marathon by signing up to our Cheer Squad!

A team of over 250 Alzheimer's Research UK supporters are taking part this year raising vital funds for dementia research. We will see all the runners at mile 9.5. Your support will keep them striding onto the finish line!

"Thank you for the cheer points along the way they really were the best and were so desperately needed to keep me going." (Runner)

- What: Cheering, clapping, photography, and enthusiasm!
- Where: John Reid Rd, South Shields, NE34 0NA (near Temple Memorial Park)
- When: Sunday 13th September 2025, 11:30am-4pm (or however much time you can spare!)

Alzheimer's Research UK will reimburse reasonable out of pocket expenses such as travel

To register to volunteer, please visit:

Cheer squad - Alzheimer's Research UK and select 'Sunday 13 September - South Shields, Great North Run' from the list when prompted.

We’ll provide you with all the materials you might want on the day including tambourines, whistles, accessories, and a fantastic t-shirt!

What skills do I need?