Silva Moors Traverse
Ingleby Cross, United Kingdom • 29 Mar 2026
Event Overview
The Silva Moors Traverse is an 80 km ultra marathon. It follows Alfred Wainwright's coast to coast trail from Ingleby Cross to Robin Hood's Bay, crossing the North York Moors National Park. The event has an adventurous ethos and a culture of self-sufficiency.
Route and Course
The route is a well-established national hiking trail. The course is not marked, but an official waterproof race map is provided at registration. A digital map is available via the Avenza app, and a GPX file of the route is supplied to participants. The route has an estimated total ascent of 1,600 meters and has a maximum completion time of 15 hours.
Checkpoints and Facilities
There are four aid stations along the route at Lordstones, Glaisdale, and May Beck, plus a guidance point at Lion Inn. A finishers' bag will be transported from the start to the finish line at Robin Hood's Bay. The event provides a selection of food and drinks at the support points, including hot and cold options, sandwiches, snacks, and cake. The menu is meat and fish free, with gluten-free and vegan alternatives available.
Logistics
A coach transfer service is available from Robin Hood's Bay to the start in Ingleby Arncliffe on the morning of the event. The finish is on the shoreline at Robin Hood's Bay. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.