The Hardmoors 200

The Hardmoors 200

The Hardmoors 200 is a single-stage ultramarathon of approximately 200 miles run every two years. The route starts in Kingston upon Hull, follows the Transpennine Trail alongside the River Humber to the Wolds Way near the Humber Bridge at Hessle, continues for about 79 miles along the Yorkshire Wolds Way to Filey Brigg, then follows the full 112 miles of the Cleveland Way/Hardmoors 110 coastline before finishing in Helmsley. Total ascent for the course is listed as 24,300 ft / 7,400 m.

Competitors have 60 hours to complete the course. There are staged time limits within the race: 24 hours for the first 88 miles and 36 hours to complete the subsequent 112 miles. Organisers note that checkpoint cutoffs are a significant factor and that completion rates are expected to be low.

Entries are limited to 50 solo places; relay teams may enter with 2 to 6 members. Solo entry fees are listed from £250 and relay entry includes a tracker. All competitors must have motorised support teams; support runners are permitted in specified sections only. Multiple checkpoints provide water and basic food, with hot drinks and hot food at selected locations. Organisers require a mandatory kit list that will be checked before, during and after the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.