Organisers of the Great North Run have announced a change to the entry process for the 2025 race.

The world’s biggest half marathon will return to the North East this weekend but plans are already being made for next year’s event.

It is set to take place on Sunday, September 7, 2025, and eager participants now have an additional opportunity to secure their place.

The September ballot will open on Wednesday at 10am and run until Friday, September 13 at 12pm.

Paul Foster, chief executive of the Great Run Company, said: “We’re excited to announce the new September ballot for the 2025 AJ Bell Great North Run.

“This weekend, millions of people across the world will be inspired by the Great North Run, either by watching the action on TV, following it on social or by friends and family taking part – the September Ballot provides all those inspired to take part next year with a chance to secure their entry this month.

“We’re expecting record numbers of applications for the 2025 AJ Bell Great North Run, so for the best chance of securing a place I encourage everyone to enter the September Ballot – you can always try again in January if you’re unsuccessful.

“Good luck to all those who apply.”

All ballot entrants will receive an email with the result of their entry by Wednesday, September 18.

A second ballot will be held in January 2025, and those who are unsuccessful with their September Ballot application can try again in the January Ballot.

A limited number of Great North Run Memberships will go on sale after the September Ballot, offering the chance to secure a place for the next three Great North Runs.

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People are encouraged to sign up to the Reminder Service to be notified when the September Ballot opens.

Visit greatrun.org/north for more information and to sign up.

The 2024 AJ Bell Great North Run taking place this Sunday, September 8, will be broadcast live on BBC One from 10am to 2pm and in over 169 territories around the world, showcasing the best of the region nationally and internationally.