The Drop - Oxford
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Event details
The Drop - Oxford is an orienteering-style race at Up And Running, 106 London Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9AJ. The next scheduled race date is 08/02/2026. The event offers the following distance options and entry formats:
- 15-mile (solo or team)
- 10-mile (solo or team)
Only 75 places are available.
Format and rules
Participants hand over electronic devices and navigational aids at registration and receive a race number and a sealed emergency bag. Competitors are transported to an undisclosed drop-off location while wearing a blackout blindfold or an alternative safety goggle. From the drop point, participants must find their way back to the event centre using no map, GPS, compass, or outside help. Distances are measured as the crow flies; actual travel distance may be longer. Breaking the emergency bag seal, using unauthorised maps, or taking shortcuts leads to disqualification. Devices may be carried but must remain sealed in the provided emergency bag.
Tracking and logistics
Live GPS tracking is offered as an optional, paid feature for viewers and safety. Trackers are typically accurate within 5 metres but can be affected by buildings and signal gaps; placement in an outside pocket is recommended. All trackers must be returned after the event or a replacement fee applies. Parking is available nearby; car sharing is suggested. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.