Hardmoors 26.2: Farndale

Event details

The Farndale races are held on Sunday 9 August 2026, starting and finishing at Hutton Le Hole Village Hall (YO62 6UA). Three waymarked events are listed: a trail marathon, a half marathon and a trail 10k. Distances and total ascent are given as:

• 29 miles (approx) - 4,200 ft ascent
• 16.5 miles (approx) - 2,300 ft ascent
• 8.3 miles (approx) - 1,130 ft ascent

Entry is limited (400 places reported). Age minimums are 18 for the marathon, 16 for the half marathon and 10 for the 10k. Finish time limits are stated as 9 hours for the marathon, 6 hours for the half and 4 hours for the 10k. Entry fees include a small donation to the Cleveland Way National Trail; advertised prices list different rates for attached/unattached competitors and an optional race t‑shirt.

Course, kit and logistics

Courses are circular routes from Hutton Le Hole and are not fully marked; competitors are provided with downloadable route descriptions, maps and GPX files and must navigate themselves. Printed maps and route descriptions must be carried. Mandatory kit requirements are enforced and include a printed route/map, waterproof jacket with taped seams, hat and gloves, capacity to carry 500 ml fluid, survival bag and a foil blanket (with slightly reduced list for the 10k). The event is cupless so runners should bring their own cup.

Parking is marshalled in a field near the village (day parking cost noted) and limited campervan/motorhome spaces are available by prebooking. Dogs are not permitted in the races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.