The Drop - London

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  • Date Sun 2nd March 2025
  • Time 10:00
  • Location Buddy's cafe, 28 London Road, BR1 3QR
  • Price £48.20 - £55.39
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 10 Mile, Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at The Drop - London, hosted by The Drop on Sunday, March 2, 2025! This unique event will take place in Bromley, Greater London, and promises to be one of the most challenging races in the UK. Participants can choose between two thrilling distances: 10 miles and 15 miles.

What sets The Drop apart is its unpredictable format. Upon registration, you'll hand over all electronic devices and money, and in return, you’ll receive a race number and an emergency bag. You'll then be blindfolded and transported to an undisclosed location, where the real adventure begins. With no maps, GPS, or outside help, you’ll rely solely on your instincts and determination to navigate your way back to the event center. Whether you run, walk, or crawl, the challenge is all about self-sufficiency and resilience. Gather your friends, form a team, or tackle the course solo – just remember, the only thing you need to bring is your adventurous spirit! Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable experience!

The Drop - London

Sun 2nd March 2025

A banner featuring "The Drop London" event. The left side shows a badge with a running figure and text "The Drop 15 or 10 Mile London". The right side displays, "The Drop London A Different Kind of Race" in bold, stylized text on a patterned background.

Organiser's Description

​We put you on a bus...
We blindfold you...
We take you to an unknown location...
You have no tech, no map, no watch, no idea where you are...
Will you make it back to HQ or be lost for ever?

'The Drop'

Using a little bit of military know how we have come up with possibly the most challenging race in the UK! 

The Drop offers a 15 and 10 mile option.

Solo or make up a team of anyway you want. 

At registration you will hand over all electronic devices, phones, watches and money! In return you will be given, a race number and an emergency bag.

You will be placed on our bus, blindfolded* and then driven to your drop location (The distances are as the crow flies) from the event centre. Here you will be released, all you have to do is make your way back to the event centre. 

No Map
No GPS
No Route
No Help
No Compass 

You are fully self sufficient from the moment you leave the coach, make your own way. So run, walk or crawl your way back.
 
Be warned now, the distances are as the crow flies
*blindfolded, we will be using blackout safety goggles, we appreciate that some people may have problems but don't worry we have an alternative! 
 
The following will get you disqualified;
Using of a gps device. Recording your progress is acceptable, but the device you use will have to be sealed in the emergency bag. (We will supply this all you have to do is seal!)
Using a map other than any that we choose to give you or not!
Using anything except your own two legs to get you to the finish!
Breaking the seal on the emergency kit bag

Races

  • 15 Miles

    Sun 2nd March 2025 (10:00)

    £55.39

    Booking for more than 1?
  • 10 Miles

    Sun 2nd March 2025 (10:00)

    £48.20

    Booking for more than 1?

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Location

24 London Rd, Bromley BR1 3QR, UK

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