Are the Red Arrows Flying in South Shields Today?
South Shields is the finish line of the Great North Run — and the focal point of the Red Arrows flypast that accompanies it, with the team flying over the seafront and the runners below.
Red Arrows near South Shields — today
No upcoming Red Arrows activity is currently scheduled within range of South Shields. The most recent nearby activity was on Friday 3 October 2025 (Formation transit — ).
Seeing the Red Arrows around South Shields
The Great North Run flypast is one of the Red Arrows’ most recognisable annual appearances, timed to pass over the finish line on the Leas as the first runners arrive.
Common viewing spots
The Leas, the seafront promenade and Littlehaven Beach give the primary view. The elevated headland at the mouth of the Tyne is excellent for a wider perspective.
📍 Flypast point; the team transits in from the south.
Recent activity near South Shields
- 3 Oct 2025 — Formation transit — (14:33–15:38 BST)- - View route & map in tracker →
- 7 Sep 2025 — Transit & display — Great North Run Display (13:34–14:32 BST)- - View route & map in tracker →
- 7 Sep 2025 — Formation transit — (11:10–11:36 BST)- - View route & map in tracker →
- 6 Sep 2025 — Formation transit — (19:00–19:19 BST)- - View route & map in tracker →
⚠ Proximity note: These entries are shown because a transit route or display area
fell within approximately 12 nautical miles of South Shields.
This does not mean the Red Arrows were visible from South Shields — transit routes
may be at altitude and can follow a different track to the one published.