Loop Till You Drop - Delapre Abbey

APR
18
2026
Experience a Backyard Ultra at Delapre Abbey. Run a 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one runner remains. Participate solo, in a pair, or try the 8 Loop option for a shorter challenge.
Per Loop Distance

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Event Format

This is a Backyard Ultra endurance event. Participants run a loop of 4.167 miles (6.7 km) every hour, starting on the hour. To stay in the competition, the loop must be finished within that hour. The race continues, hour after hour, until only one runner remains who can complete a solo lap. This last runner is the winner.

Participation Options

There are three ways to enter the event:

  • Solo: For individual runners competing for "last runner standing."
  • Pairs: A team of two runners who share the challenge by alternating loops.
  • 8 Loop Option: For participants who wish to run a maximum of 8 loops and can stop earlier.

Location

The event takes place at Delapre Abbey in Northampton. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

7 km
Per Loop Distance