J. Alex Burns black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: J. Alex Burns 1907-2003. Born in Newcastle. Twice Olympic athlete, AAA 4 mile champion, England cross country team captain and Elswick Harrier. Trained here from 1923 until the early 50s. Recorded plaque organisation: City of Newcastle upon Tyne.

J. Alex Burns was a prominent British long-distance runner who competed in two Olympics and held titles such as the AAA 4-mile champion; he is remembered for his significant contributions to athletics and his association with the Elswick Harriers club.