Events Diary
Saturday 26th September 2008

Since the first race in 2003, thousands of people have donned their gorilla suits and walked, run or jogged the 7km City of London route that takes in sights such as Tower Bridge and The Tate Modern. More information at http://www.gorillas.org/
4th October - 10th October 2009
National Back Care Week: various events organised, more details to follow.
Recognised treatsments for back pain may include Physiotherapy, Acupuncture and general exercise. The aim of the week is to raise everyones awareness to the problems associated with back pain.
10th October 2009
Octoberfest Mountain Bike Marathon.
The final race of the marathon mountain bike series takes place at kielder forest.
Various distances are possible within the Oktoberfest ranging from 18 to 66 miles.
Sunday 20th September 2009
BUPA GREAT NORTH RUN - 13.1 miles. The route starts on the central motorway in the center of Newcastle and heads towards South Sheilds.
The world's biggest and most prestigious half-marathon. Further details of the run at http://www.greatrun.org.
Entries can be obtained via the offical ballot or through various registered charities.
Wednesday 11th March 2009
National no smoking day. Events to be confirmed.
Tuesday 9th June 2009
Blaydon races takes place involving 10km of running toward Blaydon in Newcastle.
Starting in the center of Newcastle this race is steeped in tradition and heads west along the Scotswood Road. Get your entries in early as its a very popular race.
29th August 2009
Great North Bike ride: further details of the ride at: http://www.greatnorthbikeride.com



