Blaydon Race

The Blaydon Race was first held in 1981, the 5.8 mile route is based on the lyrics to the 1862 song by Geordie Ridley 'The Blaydon Races'.

Date Monday 9th June, 2025
Distance 6M
LocationTown Centre
Town/CityNewcastle-upon-Tyne
AreaTyne & Wear
Start postcodeNE1 1EH
Start time7:30pm
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A celebration of the North East's running community, local culture and heritage, the Blaydon Race is presented to you by Blaydon Harrier and Athletics Club.

Ah me lads, ye shudda seen us gannin’,

We pass’d the foaks upon the road just as they wor stannin’;

Thor wes lots o’ lads an’ lasses there, all wi’ smiling faces,

Gannin alang the Scotswood Road, to see the Blaydon Races.

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