Categories: great north run

Driving Greatness: Go North East’s Elite Drivers ready to transport Elite Athletes to the Great North Run

6 September 2024 15:44

As the North East gears up for the 43rd annual Great North Run, the world's largest half marathon, Go North East is proud to mark another year as the official transport partner for the event’s elite athletes. The region’s leading bus operator will ensure that elite runners reach the starting line with ease, thanks to its specially trained team of Elite Drivers.
This year, renowned athletes incl

Go North East pull out all the stops to mark their 39th Great North Run a success

11 September 2019 09:20

Since the UK’s biggest half marathon began way back in 1981, Go North East has provided baggage and transport services to tens of thousands of participants and supporters each year.

Personal best for Go North East’s Paddy at this year’s Great North Run

17 September 2018 15:50

A bus station supervisor from the region’s largest bus company, Go North East, celebrated his 30th year working at this month’s Great North Run; offering essential guidance and direction to spectators, and driving the runners home after their victories.
Paddy Fagan has become a well-known face at the iconic half marathon, always ensuring the operation runs like clockwork and as smoothly as poss