Summits Of The North York Moors Ultra
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Summits of the North York Moors Ultra
This is a circular foot race of about 120 miles that visits the ten highest hills within the North York Moors National Park. The route crosses hills and moorland, using ancient tracks and trods, and follows portions of the Cleveland Way, the Esk Valley Walk and the Lyke Wake Walk. Total ascent is around 16,000 ft and the overall time limit is 35 hours. The event is limited to a maximum of 70 participants and the minimum entry age is 18.
The course passes archaeological features such as burial mounds, Bronze Age earthworks, medieval boundary stones and ancient crosses. The start and finish are at the village hall in Goathland. Indoor checkpoints are provided at roughly 40 and 80 miles with hot water, tea and coffee, soft drinks and a range of food options including noodle dishes, jacket potatoes and some vegan and gluten free choices. One medium drop bag per participant will be transported to the indoor checkpoints. All entrants receive a tracking device and a GPX file of the route.
Support crews are allowed with up to three people and one vehicle but may only assist at designated checkpoints; outside assistance is not permitted. Pacers and support runners are not allowed. Mandatory kit includes waterproofs, warm layers, hat and gloves, an emergency bivvy, ability to carry two litres of water, head torch with spare, charged phone with power bank and mapping apps, a map and a working compass. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
