www.hardmoors110.org.uk

Hardmoors 55

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Helmsley, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

calendar_today 21 Mar, 2026

About the Event

Tackle one of the UK's most formidable and iconic winter ultras at the Hardmoors 55 on Saturday, 21 March 2026. This legendary 55-mile point-to-point race is a true test of endurance, traversing the rugged and breathtaking Cleveland Way National Trail from Guisborough to Helmsley across the North York Moors. With over 2,300 meters of ascent, challenging winter conditions likely underfoot, and a strict 16-hour cutoff, it is a serious undertaking for experienced ultra-runners seeking a monumental early-season challenge. Organized by the renowned Hardmoors Race Series, the event is fully supported with checkpoints, drop bag access, and follows a stunning route past landmarks like Roseberry Topping. Entries are limited to 380 runners—prepare for one of the toughest and most rewarding ultra-marathons on the British calendar.

Races Offered

Hardmoors 55 Ultramarathon

Mar 21, 2026

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Distance — 88.5K

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Team Relay

Mar 21, 2026

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Distance — 88.5K

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Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Helmsley.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 2.9° / 9.7°

wb_sunny -1.3° / 5.1°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 15.4 /

water_drop 82.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 2.9° / 9.7°

wb_sunny -1.3° / 5.1°

air 15.4 km/h

water_drop 82.2%

About Helmsley

Learn more about the host city, Helmsley.

Helmsley is a market town in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, with a population of 1348 in 2021. The main attraction in town is Helmsley Castle, while Rievaulx Abbey is 3 miles west; the North York Moors surround the town.