Not sure if it's been noted yet, but the Great North Run page is now up on Stagecoach's website, on the Newcastle section:
http://www.stagecoachbus.com/Great-North-Run.aspx

An interesting one to look at though, is South Shields' version of the page:
http://www.stagecoachbus.com/great-north...ields.aspx

"South Shields Shuttle" service
This service will operate normal route between South Shields Town Centre and Pier Head, at which point it will terminate. This service will be unable to serve any bus stops along the Seafront or the bus stops near to New Crown. On Great North Run Day, this service will be operated by a closed-top vehicle.

To view timetables for special Services 552 and 553, click here