Hardmoors 26.2: Goathland

Event overview

Hardmoors 26.2: Goathland is a trail running event on Saturday 7 November 2026 at Goathland Village Hall, The Common, Goathland, Whitby, YO22 5JS. It is part of the Hardmoors 26.2 series, which holds races in the North York Moors and on the Cleveland Heritage Coastline. Entries opened on 23 November 2025 and close on 23 October 2026. At the time of listing, 36 participants were entered. The event is organised by Hardmoors 26.2 Series Ltd. Dogs are not allowed.

Race details and rules

Courses are circular and will not be signed, so competitors must carry the printed route map and race description and navigate the course themselves. Distances offered include:

• 27.5 miles - Trail Marathon, 4800 feet ascent
• Half Marathon
• Trail 10k

Minimum ages on the event date (07/11/2026): Marathon 18 years, Half Marathon 16 years, 10k 10 years. Time limits are 9 hours for the Trail Marathon, 6 hours for the Half Marathon, and 4 hours for the 10k.

Compulsory kit must be carried or worn for the full duration of the event and includes a waterproof jacket with taped seams, hat, gloves, whistle, spare long-sleeved top, 500 ml of water or sports drink, printed map and route description, survival bag and foil blanket, safety pins or race belt, and head torch or torch (full runners only). Failure to carry mandatory kit will result in disqualification.

Entry fees listed are: Marathon £49 attached / £51 unattached; Half Marathon £36 attached / £38 unattached; 10k £28 attached / £30 unattached. The event offers optional entry protection (XCover). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.