Hardmoors 160

tbc May 2025
Start: 17:00
Distance: 160 miles
Limit:100
Fee: tbc
Reg Time: 15:00
Ascent: 22,000 ft / 6700 m
Cut off: 50 hours

The  HARDMOORS  160 will be back again in 2025

ARC Permit: tbc

RISK ASSESSMENT

Hardmoors 110 and 160 Risk Assessment 2023

START TIME: 17:00

The Hardmoors 160 ‘The Ring Of Steele’ Ultramarathon will start at Sutton Bank and head East along the Cleveland Way to Helmsley. Leaving Helmsley the route will continue east across the moors following  the Tabular Hills Route to Scalby and the Clifftops of the Cleveland Way to pick up the  Hardmoors 110 route and follow a further 100 miles of this route to the race finish at Helmsley. The Hardmoors 160 as the name suggests will be a 160 mile single stage Ultra with over 7000 metres of ascent. Competitors will have 50hrs to complete the race.

Please note: in the event of you not being able to take part, you are offered the following options:

  • You may transfer your place to another runner up to 3 weeks prior to the event. This is done yourself via the SI entries system. NB: This option is only available once the race is full, therefore may not be appropriate on the longer ultras as these do not fill up and there may not be another runner who is trained up, so bear this in mind.
  • You may transfer your place to the following year’s event up to 3 weeks prior to the race.  Please email us to let us know if you wish this to happen
  • You may only defer once and will need to pay any price increase
  • You may not transfer to another race within the same year
  • All entries close 3 weeks prior to the event because we need to order t shirts, medals and trophies in advance. Also, we need to give your medical information to our medical officer.

Hardmoors Ltd Cancellation and Refund Terms and Conditions

Route & Maps

160 miles - 7000m Ascent - 50 hours

The Route description is available here HARDMOORS 160 2023 Route Description

GPX FILE 2023 - Hardmoors160gpx 2023

W = WATER F = FOOD HD = HOT DRINKS

Checkpoint 1 White Horse Carpark 513 811 Postcode YO61 4AL - 1.5miles
Checkpoint 2 Helmsley Town Square 612 838 Postcode YO62 5BL - 10miles W/F
Checkpoint 3 Fadmoor 676 893 Postcode YO62 7HY - 20miles W/F
Checkpoint 4 Stape 797 921 Postcode YO18 8JA - 33miles W/F
Checkpoint 5 Hole of Horcum Carpark 852 936 Postcode Y018 7NR - 42miles W/F
Checkpoint 6 Cockmoor Hall 914 868 Postcode YO13 9PR - 50miles W/F
Checkpoint 7 Crookness 025 935  61miles W/F NO SUPPORT CREWS AFTER 0900
Checkpoint 8 Ravenscar (Station rd) 981 016  70 miles W/F NO SUPPORT CREWS
Checkpoint 9 Runswick Bay (upper carpark) 807 161 Postcode TS13 5HU - 89miles W/F
Checkpoint 10 Saltburn Bandstand, Glenside 665 212  Postcode TS12 1HF - 101miles W/F
Checkpoint 11 Roseberry Topping 578 126 - 111miles
Checkpoint 12 Kildale V Hall 606 093 116miles W/F/HD NO SUPPORT CREWS 
Checkpoint 13 Clay Bank 571 034 - 127miles W/F
Checkpoint 14 Scarth Nick 473 003 - 136miles W/F NO SUPPORT CREWS
Checkpoint 15 White Horse Carpark 513 811 Postcode YO61 4AL 152miles W/F
Finish Helmsley Sports Hall, Baxton's Sprunt, Helmsley Postcode  YO62 5HT   - 160miles

 

RUNSWICK DIVERSION - RUNSWICK-DIVERSION-Route-Description

 

Date tbcRace Limit: 60 competitorsALL COMPETITORS MUST BE SUPPORTED* (NO UNSUPPORTED RUNNERS)The Hardmoors 160 is a single stage 160 mile Ultramarathon linking up the 48 mile Tabular Hills Route with the Cleveland Way. Competitors will have 50hours to complete the 160mile160 miles - 7000m Ascent - 50 hoursRegistration for the Hardmoors 160 will open from 1600hrs Friday ? May at Sutton Bank Visitor Centre

TRACKERS

All Hardmoors 160 competitors will receive a Tracker (included in the 160 Race Entry) Trackers will give out competitors locations at any time online. A huge bonus for safety reasons and handy for race crews to detect where their runners are on the route and when to 'brew up' ready for their arrival.More info here http://www.opentracking.co.uk/events.cfmAll competitors must have completed a single stage race/challenge event of a minimum of 60 trail miles to be able to enter the Hardmoors 160. Information provided will be checked up on.* Supported = A minimum of 1 driver plus vehicle to provide car support throughout the full duration of the race. Runners are allowed to share support. (Realistically a support team should be a minimum of 2 or more)

RACE PRESENTATION

CUT 0FFS

50 HOURS TO COMPLETE THE 160You must have passed through or left the checkpoint before the cut off time. Anyone still at the checkpoint or who hasn't arrived at the checkpoint before the cut off time will be timed out
  • HELMSLEY TOWN SQUARE - 10 miles - 1930 (Fri) - (time given 2.5hrs)
  • RAVENSCAR  - 70 miles - 1500 (Sat) - (time given 22hrs)
  • SALTBURN - 101 miles - 0000 (time given 31hrs)
  • KILDALE VILLAGE HALL - 116 miles - 0500 (Sun) - (time given 36hrs)
  • SCARTH NICK - 136 miles 1230 Sun) - (time given 43.30hrs)
  • WHITE HORSE CARPARK - 152 miles - 1700 (Sun) - (time given 48hrs).
  • HELMSLEY RACE FINISH  -160 miles 1900 (Sun) - (time given 50h)
Hardmoors 160 2015 ResultsHardmoors 160 2016 Results

COMPETITORS INFORMATION

Race Limit: 60
The Hardmoors 160 will start at 1700 hours on Friday ? May 2025

REGISTRATION

Registration will open from 1600 onwards  atSutton Bank Visitor Centre Sutton Bank Thirsk YO7 2EH North York Moors National Parkhttp://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/visiting/see-and-do/sutton-bank-nationa...

You will receive your race bib when you register at the start

COMPULSORY KIT LIST 

  • Hat and Gloves
  • Waterproof Jacket
  • Minimum of 1 litre water/sports drink to be carried
  • Headtorch/Torch
  • Spare Batteries
  • Cleveland Way Map or OS Maps (Support Crew needs these too)
  • Whistle
  • Survival Bag (bag, not just blanket)
  • Emergency food supply (chocolate/energy bar)
  • Mobile phone with Race Directors number (07758 137931) stored in phone.
Not compulsory but you will need a mug/cup if you want  a hot drink at Kildale, we also do not provide cups at checkpoints for cold drinks, you must carry your ownYou may have 1 support runner only from Sandsend checkpoint to the finish. You may also have 1 support runner only for the hours of darkness on Friday 28th/Saturday 29th May.TRACKERSIncluded in your race entry is a Tracker. A tracker will give out your location at any time online. A huge bonus for safety reasons and also handy for your crew to detect where you are on the route and when to 'brew up' ready for your arrival.The Trackers will be available for collection at the Hardmoors 160 race registration (your name will be associated to an individual tracker) and you will be shown how to use it (very basic). It will be attached to your race vest for you. (If you lose a tracker you will be charged for a replacement tracker.) A couple of days before the event I will email out a link to the tracker (plus it will be available on the Hardmoors Website) so you can pass the link onto friends/family/ Facebook etc, so people can watch your progress throughout the event.More info here http://www.opentracking.co.uk/events.cfmRACE CATEGORIES 
  • 1st MALE
  • 2nd MALE
  • 3rd MALE
  • 1st FEMALE
  • 2nd FEMALE
  • 3rd FEMALE
  • 1st MV50
  • 1st FV50
  • 1st FV60
  • 1st MV60
  • 1st NON-BINARY
Please note- No SHIRE category nowCHECKPOINT LISTW = WATER F = FOOD HD = HOT DRINKSCheckpoint 1 White Horse Carpark 513 811 Postcode YO61 4AL - 1.5miles Checkpoint 2 Helmsley Town Square 612 838 Postcode YO62 5BL - 10miles W/F Checkpoint 3 Fadmoor 676 893 Postcode YO62 7HY - 20miles W/F Checkpoint 4 Stape 797 921 Postcode YO18 8JA - 33miles W/F Checkpoint 5 Hole of Horcum Carpark 852 936 Postcode Y018 7NR - 42miles W/F Checkpoint 6 Cockmoor Hall 914 868 Postcode YO13 9PR - 50miles W/F Checkpoint 7 Crookness 025 935  61miles W/F NO SUPPORT CREWS AFTER 0900 Checkpoint 8 Ravenscar (Station rd) 981 016  70 miles W/F NO SUPPORT CREWS Checkpoint 9 Runswick Bay (upper carpark) 807 161 Postcode TS13 5HU - 89miles W/F Checkpoint 10 Saltburn Bandstand, Glenside 665 212  Postcode TS12 1HF - 101miles W/F Checkpoint 11 Roseberry Topping 578 126 - 111miles Checkpoint 12 Kildale V Hall 606 093 116miles W/F/HD NO SUPPORT CREWS  Checkpoint 13 Clay Bank 571 034 Postcode TS9 7HZ - 127miles W/F Checkpoint 14 Scarth Nick 473 003 - 136miles W/F NO SUPPORT CREWS Checkpoint 15 White Horse Carpark 513 811 Postcode YO61 4AL 152miles W/F Finish   Helmsley Sports Club, Baxton's Sprunt Postcode YO62 5HT   160miles* https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?oe=UTF8&client=gmail&ie=UTF8&msa=0&...CUT OFF TIMES
  • HELMSLEY TOWN SQUARE - 10 miles - 1930hrs (Fri) - (time given 2.5hrs)
  • RAVENSCAR  - 70 miles - 1500hrs (Sat) - (time given 22hrs)
  • SALTBURN - 101 miles - 0000hrs - (time given 31hrs)
  • CLAY BANK  127miles - 0800hrs (Sun) (time given - 39 hrs)
  • SCARTH NICK - 136 miles 1230hrs (Sun) - (time given 43.30hrs)
  • WHITE HORSE CARPARK - 152 miles - 1700hrs (Sun) - (time given 48hrs)
  • HELMSLEY RACE FINISH  -160 miles 1900 hrs (Sun) - (time given 50h)
COMPULSORY SUPPORT POINTS
  • FADMOOR (CP3)
  • Postcode - YO62 7HY  
  • Grid ref - OS 676 893
  • Distance - 20 miles
  • HOLE OF HORCUM CARPARK (CP5)
  • Postcode - YO18 7NR
  • Grid ref - OS 852 937
  • Distance -  42 miles
  • Info - Park in the carpark
  • SALTBURN BANDSTAND (CP11)
  • Postcode - TS12 1AS
  • Grid ref -  OS 665 212
  • Distance - 101 miles
  • Info - Park in nearby carpark and walk up to checkpoint
  • CLAY BANK  (CP14)
  • Postcode - TS9 7HZ
  • Grid ref - OS 571 034
  • Distance - 127 miles
  • Info - Park in nearby carpark & walk across
  • WHITE HORSE CARPARK (CP16)
  • Postcode - YO61 4AL
  • Grid ref - OS 513 811
  • Distance - 152 miles
  • Info - Park in Carpark
It is the responsibility of the support crew to pick the runner up if they drop out for any reason. As a last resort between Ravenscar and Helmsley we may be able to sort out a pick up but between Sutton Bank and Ravenscar this will not be possible whatsoever unless in a medical emergency.On arrival at these compulsory checkpoints please approach the checkpoint marshals (please use social distancing) and tell them who your runner is and where you are parked.SUGGESTED SUPPORT POINTS
  • HELMSLEY (Town Centre or Cleveland Way Carpark) - 10 miles
  • COCKMOOR HALL CARPARK - 50 miles
  • SCALBY (Burniston Road lay-by on route) - 58 miles
  • CROOKNESS (Before 0900) NO SUPPORT ALLOWED AFTER 0900 - 61 miles
  • ROBIN HOODS BAY (can be very busy with limited parking) - 73 miles
  • SANDSEND (can be very busy) - 84 miles
  • RUNSWICK BAY (Out of bounds for 110 support crews) - 89 miles
  • SKINNINGROVE (Seafront carpark) - 96 miles
  • GRIBDALE TERRACE CARPARK - 111 miles
  • SQUARE CORNER (Nr Osmotherley) - 140 miles
  • SUTTON BANK VISITOR CENTRE CARPARK - 150 miles
  • NOT RECOMMENDED (BUT NOT OUT OF BOUNDS) -
  • STAITHES (COWBAR LANE/BOULBY BANK) - Recent bad press https://www.gazettelive.co.uk/news/teesside-news/parking-plans-proposed-after-camper-20333971
OUT OF BOUNDS LOCATIONS TO SUPPORT CREWS NO SUPPORT CREWS are allowed in the following locations (any breaking of this rule will lead the supports crews runner to be disqualified)
  • CROOKNESS  (CP7)
  • RAVENSCAR  (CP8)
  • KILDALE  (CP13)
  • SCARTH NICK (CP15)
  • OSMOTHERLEY 
Please refer to the above Checkpoint list for further checkpoint location informationMARSHALLS & SWEEPERSMarshalls and sweepers have given up their time to help out at this event, some marshalls/sweepers their full weekend. Marshalling/sweeping is a long tiring job and marshalling an ultra event is, well, ultra long and tiring but in its way very rewarding, helping you guys achieve your goals. So if you are feeling a bit grumpy, hide it, be pleasant and thank the marshalls. Yes you are still capable of this after 100 miles! Any bad treatment, abusive language etc, given to a Marshall will result in that competitor being disqualified from the race.RULES & REGULATIONSThese can be found on this website, but I would like to bring up to your attention the following.LITTER & NOISEAs ultra runners the majority of us have a great deal of respect for our surroundings. So please live up to our values and do not drop litter and please be quiet while passing through communities at night.STICK TO THE RACE ROUTEAs well as the declared checkpoints there will also be several undisclosed checkpoints, if you stick to the route and DO NOT TAKE SHORTCUTS you will stumble across these CPs. If you miss any of these checkpoints then you will be disqualified.SHUT ALL GATESWhen you pass through a gate YOU MUST CLOSE IT!!MARSHALL/ RACE CONTROLWhat ever the Marshall/Race control says is final! If at a checkpoint a marshall or Race Control informs you that you should not continue for whatever reason, THEN YOU DO NOT CONTINUE!! If you arrive at a checkpoint after the checkpoint has closed, then you have timed out and your race is over!RUNSWICK BAYIn event of the tide being in at Runswick Bay, you MUST wait with (or near to) the checkpoint marshall, until he allows you to proceed. The marshall's word is final, if you continue without the marshall's say, you will be disqualified. The time you have waited for the tide to go out and the path safe to cross, will be recorded and subtracted from your finish time.FOOD (At Checkpoints and Race Finish).  THIS MAY CHANGEVarious Checkpoints along the Hardmoors 160 route will provide basic food (those checkpoints are listed above) Checkpoint food will be packaged version of flapjacks,  haribo sweets, gels, salted peanuts, biscuits etc to complement your own stores.Unlike in previous years we cannot provide our usual checkpoint banquets and can only provide very basic snacks, water, coke  and  hot drinks at Kildale Village Hall. NO PIZZA SORRY the Kitchen oven & microwave is out of bounds to us. For a hot drink you will need to carry a cup that will take hot drinks (no cups/mugs will be provided)Also at race finish we will not be providing food as in previous years. As well as we won't have access to a kitchen or an indoor venue/hall, we are very limited to what we can provide by COVID -19 Government rules and regulations.RACE FINISH. SUPPORT TEAMS will be able to pick their runner up from the race finishFROM NEAR THE END OF THE CLEVELAND WAY TO THE RACE FINISH, THE ROUTE WILL BE SIGNED/TAPEDRACE MEDICSJulian Hall and medical team will be on hand throughout the course of the weekend.TIMETABLE
  • Fri 1600 onwards - Hardmoors 160 registration OPENS
  • Fri 1700  -    Hardmoors 160 runners race start
  • Sat 0800  -    Race start at Filey (110)
  • Sun 0200-0500 -    First few runners arrive at Finish (110 and possibly 160)
  • Sun 1830-1900 -    Final runners arrive at Finish: (160)
  • Sun 1900-    Official race finish cut off time (160)
  • Sun 2000-    Official race finish cut off time (110)

Rules

  • All competitors must have completed a single stage race/challenge event of a minimum of 60 trail miles to be able to enter the Hardmoors 160. Information provided will be checked up on.
  • Runners have 50 hours to complete the Hardmoors 160 Race. You must pass through ALL the checkpoints within the stated time limits.
  • Checks will be made at registration  and you will not be permitted to compete without the mandatory items.
  • Surprise Kit checks will be made on course. Time penalties or even a disqualification will be given if failure to produce compulsory kit.
  • Any runner who is (in the opinion of the race directors, marshals or medics) unfit to continue will be withdrawn from the race. THEIR DECISION IS FINAL.
  • All runners must have motorised back up.
  • Your support must go to all Mandatory cjheckpoints and notify the checkpoint that you are there.
  • It is the responsibility of your support team to ensure your safety between checkpoints.
  • You must notify a race marshal at the first instance if you decide to retire from the race. Once you retire from the race your race number must be surrendered and you will not be allowed to continue.
  • In event of the tide being in at Runswick Bay, you must wait with the (or near) to the checkpoint marshall, until he allows you to proceed. The Marshalls word is final, if you continue without the Marshalls say, you will be disqualified. The time you have waited for the tide to go out, and the path safe to cross, will be recorded and subtracted from your finish time.
  • In bad weather all runners may have to partner up at any stage at the discretion of the Race Directors.
  • You must carry ALL items marked as compulsory from the equipment list (below).
  • You may have 1 support runner from SANDSEND checkpoint to the finish. 
  • You may also have 1 support runner for the hours of darkness on Friday 28th/Saturday 29th May.

Equipment and requirements

All items on the following list must be carried by the runner:

  • Hat and Gloves.
  • Waterproof Jacket.
  • Minimum of 1 litre water/sports drink to be carried.
  • Headtorch/Torch.
  • Spare Batteries.
  • Cleveland Way Map or OS Maps (to be carried by support crew also).
  • Hardmoors 160 Route Guide
  • Whistle.
  • Survival Bag. 
  • Foil blanket
  • Emergency food supply (chocolate/energy bar).
  • Mobile phone 

 PENALTIES (For not carrying mandatory kit)

  • HAT (NOT BUFF) = 2 hours on your finish time

  • GLOVES = 2 hours on your finish time

  • WATERPROOF JACKET = Disqualification
  • HEADTORCH/TORCH= 2 hours on your finish time

  • WHISTLE = 2 hours on your finish time

  • SURVIVAL BAG (NOT BLANKET) = Disqualification
  • CLEVELAND WAY OR OS MAPS (PAPER) = 2 hours on your finish time
  • EMERGENCY FOOD SUPPLY = 2 hours on your finish time
  • MOBILE PHONE = 2 hours on your finish time 

EVERYBODY will be spotchecked. Anybody being abusive to the marshalls conducting the spotchecks will be instantly disqualified from the race. You will be checked in order of entering the checkpoint so you will not lose a position. Anybody caught stashing gear or passing it to a support crew/runner will also be disqualified! YOU MUST CARRY ALL YOUR OWN MANDATORY KIT!

Team Relay

Hardmoors 160 Relay Teams must include a maximum of 6 runners and a minimum of 2 runners. Relay Teams must have vehicle back-up, wether this be a nominated driver or a relay team runner. It is up to the Relay Team to decide how far each team member runs, but each team member must run through at least one of the checkpoints. Relay teams equipment requirements will differ from the standard race entry (see below).Price per team is : tbc
  • £     before January 1st 2024 (includes tracker hire)
  • £     before April 1st 2025 (includes tracker hire)
  • £    after April 1st 2025 (includes tracker hire)

Mandatory equipment for all relay team members

All items on the list below must be carried by the runner and can be passed over between runners:
  • Hat and Gloves
  • Waterproof Jacket
  • Minimum of 1 litre water/sports drink to be carried
  • Headtorch/Torch
  • Cleveland Way Map or OS Maps
  • Hardmoors 160 Route Guide
  • Whistle
  • Mobile phone with Race Directors/Team members numbers stored in phone
Relay Teams will depart Sutton Bank at 1700 on Friday May ? 2025

How to enter

Date: Friday ? May 2025 Entry Limit: 60 Fee:    (Entry Fee includes Tracker and £1 donation to the Cleveland Way)Entries open online at 19:00 on ?? June 2024 for vouchers holders and at 19:00 on?? June for general entriesEnter Here - https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?event_id=9911
  • £       attached (UK athletics) BEFORE December 1st 2024
  • £       unattached  BEFORE December 1st 2024
  • £       attached (UK athletics) AFTER December 1st 2024
  • £     unattached  AFTER December 1st 2024
  • £      attached (UK athletics) AFTER April 1st 2025
  • £      unattached AFTER April 1st 2025

Cancellation & Refunds

If you need to cancel your race for whatever reason we offer the following options:
  • You may transfer your place to another runner provided the race is full, up to 3 weeks prior to the event. This is done yourself via the SI entries system. NB: This may not be appropriate on the longer ultras as these do not fill up and there may not be another runner who is trained up, so bear this in mind.
  • You may transfer your place to the following year’s event. Please email us to let us know if you wish this to happen
  • You may not transfer to another race within the same year
  • You may only defer once and will need to pay any price increase
  • All entries close 3 weeks prior to the event because we need to order t shirts, medals and trophies in advance. Also, we need to give your medical information to our medical officer.
Hardmoors Ltd Cancellation and Refund Terms and Conditions
  • Refund ProtectRefund Protect is offered to participants during the online check out process, allowing you to opt-in to an enhanced set of cancellation and refund terms and conditions. It chosen, Refund Protect allows you to claim a 100% refund (including all extra fees and charges) if you are unable to attend the event due to unforeseen circumstances. You can claim a refund right up to the time of the event commencing. You will be charged an extra 7.5 % on top of your normal payment.Refund Protect will be the administrator of the programme and underwrite the risk of anyone applying for a refund, all through Tokio Marine HCC, an A+ rated Insurance Provider.Participants seeking a refund would complete a simple, pre-populated online form. Refund Protect will handle all refund applications within 48 hours and will refund you directly. Refunds include entry fees, payment fees, the Refund Protect fee and any extra fees if the entry is part of a package.Refund Protect’s enhanced set of terms and conditions, which extend to any ‘emergency circumstances’, result in the Refund Protect policy being the broadest on the market. Refund Protect terms and conditions can be found online here: https://www.refundprotect.co/member-wording

If Hardmoors Ltd cancels a race

We endeavour to ensure all our events go ahead. If bad weather is forecast, we take advice from Mountain Rescue and the Police and take measures to ensure participant safety. However, in the rare event of extreme bad weather or other “Force Majeure” such as a global virus, we take advice from the Government and if despite our safety measures we are advised to cancel we will offer, where appropriate:
  • Transfer to a new date
  • Transfer to the next year’s event
  • Voucher towards an event

Entry List

https://www.sientries.co.uk/list.php?event_id=9911

Results

Hardmoors 160

Hardmoors 160 2023 Solo results

Hardmoors 160 2023 Relay Results

Hardmoors 160 2021 Results

Hardmoors 160 2020 Results

Hardmoors 160 2018 Results

Hardmoors 160 2016 Results with splits - Copy

Hardmoors 160 2016 Results

Hardmoors 160 2015 Results

Hardmoors 160 2014 Results