The Drop - Newcastle

Welcome to The Drop – possibly the most thrilling and challenging race in the UK, inspired by a dash of military know-how! Are you ready to push yourself to the limit? Choose your challenge: a 15-mile or 10-mile journey, solo or in a team of your choosing. How it Works: Registration: Hand over all electronic devices, watches, navigational aids. In return, you’ll receive a race number and an emergency bag. The Journey Begins: Board the bus, don blackout blindfold (or an alternative if needed), and prepare to be driven to an undisclosed drop-off location. The Challenge: From there, you’ll need to find your way back to the event centre. The distance is measured as the crow flies. What You’ll Have: No map No GPS No route No help No compass From the moment you step off the bus, you are on your own. Run, walk, or crawl – just find your way back using nothing but your wits, determination, and sense of direction. Important Notes: Distances are measured as the crow flies – the actual route may be longer (please read that again!). Blindfolds will be replaced with blackout safety goggle if needed, if you have any concerns, we have an alternative solution. Rules (Break Them and You’re Out): No GPS: You can record your progress, but the device must be sealed in the emergency bag provided at registration (you take this with you with all your stuff sealed away). No unauthorised maps: You may only use maps we provide – if we choose to provide any at all! No shortcuts: You must complete the race using only your own two legs. Emergency bag integrity: Breaking the seal on your emergency bag will result in disqualification. FAQ's It is your responsibility to have checked through the FAQs ahead of event day, here you will find all the event info: start times, cut off times, required kit etc, the link is in the menu bar! Are you ready to face The Drop and prove you’ve got what it takes? The ultimate test of resilience and resourcefulness awaits!