The Hardmoors 200
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Event
The Hardmoors 200 is a single-stage ultramarathon of 200 miles, held every two years, next scheduled for 22 May 2026. The race carries a total ascent of 24,300 ft / 7,400 m. Competitors must complete the course within 60 hours. Entry is limited to 50 places and solo entry fees start from £250. The event minimum age is 21. Relay teams are allowed (minimum 2, maximum 6 runners); relay entry includes a tracker and carries a separate fee.
Course and logistics
The route starts in Kingston upon Hull, follows the River Humber and the Transpennine Trail to the Wolds Way near the Humber Bridge, then follows the Yorkshire Wolds Way for 79 miles to Filey Brigg. From Filey the race continues along the 112-mile Cleveland Way/Hardmoors 110 section along the coast, passing Scarborough, Robin Hood’s Bay, Whitby, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Saltburn, then through the Cleveland Hills and North York Moors to finish at Helmsley. HM200 competitors must reach 88 miles within 24 hours and then complete the remaining 112 miles within a further 36 hours.
All solo competitors must have motorised support teams; support crews are restricted at specified checkpoints. One support runner is permitted on two defined sections. Mandatory kit is checked and includes items such as a waterproof jacket with taped seams, headtorch and spare batteries, minimum 1 litre of drink, whistle, survival bag, foil blanket, emergency food, maps, mobile phone and a cup for aid stations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
