The Hardmoors 200

Filey, United Kingdom • 22-24 May 2026

The Hardmoors 200

The Hardmoors 200 is a single-stage ultramarathon covering a distance of 200 miles. The event begins in Kingston upon Hull and follows a route along the River Humber via the Transpennine Trail. This initial section leads to the start of the Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trail at Hessle, near the Humber Bridge.

Participants follow the Yorkshire Wolds Way for 79 miles. This segment of the course traverses wooded slopes, hills, and valleys before descending to Filey Brigg. From this point, the route transitions onto the Cleveland Way National Trail, also known as the Hardmoors 110 route.

The final 112 miles follow the Cleveland Heritage coastline and the North York Moors. The course passes through several coastal locations, including Scarborough, Robin Hood's Bay, Whitby, Staithes, Runswick Bay, and Saltburn. After leaving the coast, the route crosses the Cleveland Hills and concludes in the market town of Helmsley.

The event has a total time limit of 60 hours. Progression is managed through specific cut-off times:

  • 88 miles: Must be completed within 24 hours.
  • 112 miles: The Cleveland Way section must be completed within 36 hours.

Participation is open to individuals aged 21 or older. Options for entry include:

  • Solo
  • Relay teams

All participants are required to have a motorized support team. Support teams may be shared between different competitors. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

200 mi
The Hardmoors 200
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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