Hardmoors 160

160 miles·6,700m gain·Helmsley, United Kingdom
ultra100 milemountaintechnicalnighttrailcoastalpoint to point
Distance160 miles
Gain6,700m
DateDate TBA
Difficulty5/5

About This Race

This epic 160-mile loop combines the Tabular Hills Route with sections of the Cleveland Way, taking runners through varied terrain from moorland to dramatic coastal clifftops. The route features 15 checkpoints with increasing restrictions on crew access as runners progress through the coastal sections, requiring strategic planning and experienced support teams.

This epic 160-mile loop combines the Tabular Hills Route with sections of the Cleveland Way, taking runners through varied terrain from moorland to dramatic coastal clifftops. The route features 15 checkpoints with increasing restrictions on crew access as runners progress through the coastal sections, requiring strategic planning and experienced support teams.

Elevation

6,700m(21,982 ft)

Elevation gain

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Practical Info

Weather

Variable moorland conditions with potential for wind, rain, and temperature changes typical of the North York Moors in late spring

Nearest Airport

LBA - Leeds Bradford Airport

Accommodation

Helmsley offers various accommodation options for crews and runners, with the race starting and finishing in this market town

Required Gear
  • hat and gloves
  • waterproof jacket
  • minimum 1 litre water capacity
  • headtorch
  • spare batteries
  • Cleveland Way map or OS maps
  • whistle
  • survival bag
  • emergency food supply
  • mobile phone
  • race number attachment

Best For

experienced ultra runnerssupported runnersmulti-day endurance athletes

Notable Features

The Hardmoors 160 requires mandatory crew support throughout the entire race, with competitors having 50 hours to complete the challenging loop through the North York Moors. The event includes GPS tracking for all runners and features 15 well-stocked checkpoints, with some restrictions on crew access at certain points along the coastal sections.