Silva Moors Traverse

Overview

The Moors Traverse is an 80 km ultra marathon following Wainwright’s coast to coast walking route. It begins at Ingleby Cross Village Hall in Ingleby Cross and finishes on the shoreline at Robin Hood’s Bay. The route follows the northern edge of the North York Moors National Park.

Race Details

The event has a stated height gain of approximately 1,600 metres and a maximum completion time of 15 hours. The course is not marked but follows a well-established national trail. Participants are provided with a waterproof race map, a digital map via the Avenza app, and a downloadable GPX file of the route.

There are several aid stations along the route at Lordstones, Lion Inn, Glaisdale, Falling Foss Tea Garden, and Hawsker. A final course closure time is enforced at the Robin Hood’s Bay finish line. Participants must retire only at these aid stations, where medical professionals are typically present.

Participant Support

Food and drink are provided at the aid stations. Options include hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes, fresh fruit, and hot meals. Vegan and gluten-free alternatives are available. A finishers drop bag service is offered to transport personal items from the start to the finish.

A coach transfer is available from Robin Hood’s Bay to the start at Ingleby Cross for a fee. The event includes GPS tracking for participants.

Entry and Rules

The entry fee is £85. All participants must carry mandatory kit, which will be checked at registration. A comprehensive kit checklist is provided by the organizer. The event follows a set of rules, including a ban on external assistance, support runners, and the use of headphones on road sections. The race briefing before the start is mandatory. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.