The Drop - London
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Event details
The Drop - London takes place on 1 March 2026 at Up & Running, 184 Upper Richmond Rd W, London SW14 8AN. The event is organised by The Drop UK. Entrants can compete solo or in a team. Entry fees are listed at £55 and £62.
Distances
- 10 miles
- 15 miles
Race format and rules
Participants surrender electronic devices and navigational aids at registration and receive a race number and a sealed emergency bag. Competitors board a bus, wear a blackout blindfold or an alternative, and are driven to an undisclosed drop-off location. From that point, they must find their way back to the event centre without authorised maps, GPS, or a compass. Distances are measured as the crow flies; the actual route may be longer. Breaking the emergency bag seal or using unauthorised navigation aids leads to disqualification.
Practical information
Live GPS tracking is offered as an optional, paid feature for safety and sharing. Trackers are reported accurate to about 5 metres but can be affected by tall buildings and signal gaps; trackers must be returned or a £175 replacement fee applies. The event notes parking in the town centre and mentions nearby rail and bus links, with the nearest station a 10 minute walk and a bus station about 5 minutes from the event headquarters. Entrants must be 18 or older. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
