Get on your marks for these nostalgic photos of Hartlepool people tackling the Great North Run

An estimated 60,000 competitors are taking part in the 2025 Great North Run this Sunday.

So we thought we would delve into our archives to uncover these nostalgic photos of Hartlepool people who have braved the 13.1-mile course between Newcastle and South Shields.

5. Leigh-sy does it

Leigh Johnson in training for the 2009 Great North Run. Photo: FLR

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6. Group picture

Runners raised money in aid of Hartlepool Special Needs Support Group in the 2017 race. Photo: SEND IN

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7. Wright moves

The then Hartlepool MP Iain Wright in training for the 2005 Great North Run. Photo: FLR

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8. Here we Jo

Joanne Attwood celebrates completing the 2006 Great North Run. Photo: LH

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