The Great North Run is the biggest half marathon in the world and takes place on 9th September. We are delighted to have five runners tackling the 13.1 mile course and helping to raise money for the Lewy Body Society this year. The money they raise through sponsorship will help us to fund much-needed research into Lewy body dementia.  Through their training and participation on the day they are also helping to raise awareness of LBD and we’ll be looking out for them on TV during the race.

We would like to thank all our runners and everyone who has supported and sponsored them.

Mark Clasper from Chester-le-Street, son of our Ambassador Ken Clasper. You can read about Mark in our article, and support his fundraising here.

Sophie Ellis from Huddersfield, running in memory of her grandfather Mike Ellis. You can read our article about Sophie and support her fundraising here.

Craig Turnbull, running in memory of his uncle Dennis Trout. You can support Craig here.

Victoria Shimmens, running in memory of Dennis Trout. You can support Victoria here.

Suzanne Harpur. You can support Suzanne here.