New For 2026

We’re excited to introduce extra buses and an additional runner shuttle pickup & drop-off point at the Metrocentre Coach Park.

🚗 More parking.

🚦 Less congestion in Blaydon.

🏁 A faster, smoother race-day experience.

👉 Just select this option on your ballot application so we can plan accordingly.

⚠️ Following feedback and to keep pedestrians and our junior runners safe, illegal parking on Shibdon Road will be enforced.