RunThrough Newcastle 10k January 2027

The RunThrough Newcastle 10k in January offers a fast 10k race on the Quayside in Newcastle upon Tyne. The event village is located near Newcastle Central Station at NE1 3DE. The race is divided into two waves: an A race for runners aiming for under 40 minutes and a B race for those running 40 minutes or slower. The course is designed for speed, featuring a flat profile, chip timing, and a 90-minute cut-off, utilizing closed roads. The course follows a two-lap, 5km out-and-back circuit. It includes long straight sections and a wide turn at the halfway point. Sections of the route are sheltered by trees and buildings, a benefit during a January race along the Newcastle and Gateshead riverside. The race takes the faster runners seriously, with published elite standards and free elite entry for those meeting fast qualifying times. The event also contributes points to the Top Flight Races series. Cash prizes are awarded based on gun time, with additional bonuses for breaking course records, achieving leading UK times, and setting RunThrough records.