Quayside 5k & Junior Quayside 3k
From RunThrough Events
- Date Wed 22nd April 2026
- Time 18:15
- Location Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
- Price £12.00 - £30.00
- Races 4 races
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Get ready for an exhilarating evening of racing at the Quayside 5K & Junior Quayside 3K, taking place on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in the beautiful setting of Gateshead, Tyne and Wear. Organised by RunThrough Events in partnership with Wallsend Harriers & AC, this vibrant event invites runners of all ages to experience the stunning Newcastle Quayside while participating in a flat and fast course that is perfect for personal bests and first-time 5K runners alike.
The event features multiple race distances, including the Quayside 5K for seasoned competitors and the Junior Quayside 3K for younger athletes. The evening kicks off with the U11 Kids Race at 18:15, followed by the Junior 3K at 18:30, and the much-anticipated 5K A-Race at 19:00 for those aiming to clock in under 20 minutes, with a B-Race at 19:30 for those over 20 minutes. Runners will enjoy spectacular views of iconic landmarks such as the Swing Bridge, High Level Bridge, and the stunning Gateshead Millennium Bridge as they race towards a memorable finish in Baltic Square. Don’t
The event features multiple race distances, including the Quayside 5K for seasoned competitors and the Junior Quayside 3K for younger athletes. The evening kicks off with the U11 Kids Race at 18:15, followed by the Junior 3K at 18:30, and the much-anticipated 5K A-Race at 19:00 for those aiming to clock in under 20 minutes, with a B-Race at 19:30 for those over 20 minutes. Runners will enjoy spectacular views of iconic landmarks such as the Swing Bridge, High Level Bridge, and the stunning Gateshead Millennium Bridge as they race towards a memorable finish in Baltic Square. Don’t
Quayside 5k & Junior Quayside 3k
Wed 22nd April 2026
Organiser's Description
Join us for Quayside 5K (Spring) & Junior Races on Wednesday 22 April 2026
Kick off spring with a riverside race night on the Newcastle Quayside, proudly delivered in partnership with Wallsend Harriers & AC. The programme features the Quayside 5K, the Junior Quayside 3K, and a fun U11 Kids Race. Expect smooth organisation, a lively crowd, and a finish you will remember.
The route is flat, World Athletics measured, and perfect for PBs or a first 5K. You will run along the Quayside path with views of the Tyne and a roll call of landmarks. Pass the Swing Bridge, then run beneath the High Level Bridge, Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, King Edward VII Bridge, and Redheugh Bridge. Cross the Gateshead Millennium Bridge to finish in Baltic Square with the skyline behind you.
The Quayside 5K also serves as the NECAA Championships and hosts the Wallsend Harriers Terry O’Gara Trophy. It attracts leading athletes from across the region and creates a brilliant racing spectacle for everyone on the course.
Race Distance & Start Times
18:15 - Kids 1km (u10 & u12)
18:30 - 3k (u14 & u16)
19:00 - 5k A-Race (Sub 20min)
19:30 - 5k B-Race (Over 20min)
Kick off spring with a riverside race night on the Newcastle Quayside, proudly delivered in partnership with Wallsend Harriers & AC. The programme features the Quayside 5K, the Junior Quayside 3K, and a fun U11 Kids Race. Expect smooth organisation, a lively crowd, and a finish you will remember.
The route is flat, World Athletics measured, and perfect for PBs or a first 5K. You will run along the Quayside path with views of the Tyne and a roll call of landmarks. Pass the Swing Bridge, then run beneath the High Level Bridge, Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, King Edward VII Bridge, and Redheugh Bridge. Cross the Gateshead Millennium Bridge to finish in Baltic Square with the skyline behind you.
The Quayside 5K also serves as the NECAA Championships and hosts the Wallsend Harriers Terry O’Gara Trophy. It attracts leading athletes from across the region and creates a brilliant racing spectacle for everyone on the course.
Race Distance & Start Times
18:15 - Kids 1km (u10 & u12)
18:30 - 3k (u14 & u16)
19:00 - 5k A-Race (Sub 20min)
19:30 - 5k B-Race (Over 20min)
Races
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3k
Wed 22nd April 2026 (18:30)
£17.00
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5K A-Race (Sub 20min)
Wed 22nd April 2026 (19:00)
£30.00
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Kids
Wed 22nd April 2026 (18:15)
£12.00
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5K B-Race (Over 20mins)
Wed 22nd April 2026 (19:30)
£30.00
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Baltic Square, South Shore Road, Gateshead, NE8 3, United Kingdom
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