South Shields is a coastal town in Tyne and Wear, known for its riverside history, the Great North Run origins, and ongoing urban and cultural development.
Runners aged 25 and under now account for more than 15% of entrants in the Great North Run, according to the organisers. The BBC reports growing youth involvement at the famed half marathon, with new running clubs forming as the event continues to attract participants across Gateshead, South Tyneside and South Shields.