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The Drop - Leeds

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

calendar_today 02 Jan, 2027

directions_run Running

sell £35.36 – £55.20

About the Event

The Drop – Leeds invites runners and teams alike into an unparalleled wilderness challenge that pushes the boundaries of human endurance and navigation skills. This unique race draws inspiration from military training exercises, offering participants an intense experience devoid of modern conveniences.
Upon signing up for The Drop, competitors must relinquish all electronic devices such as phones, watches, and cash during registration in exchange for a race number and emergency supplies. Once prepared, each runner is blindfolded before being transported by bus to a secret drop-off point several miles away from the event center.
From there, participants are on their own, armed only with their wits and survival instincts as they attempt to navigate back to the starting location without any maps or technological aids. The journey can be undertaken at your preferred pace – whether you run swiftly across varied terrain or opt for a more cautious approach by walking or crawling – every step is an exercise in self-reliance.
The Drop challenges competitors not just physically but mentally, testing their ability to stay calm under pressure and make crucial decisions without external guidance. It’s an unforgettable adventure that celebrates the spirit of exploration and resilience.
In this race, success hinges on your capacity for problem-solving and perseverance as you confront uncharted territory and navigate back through unfamiliar landscapes.

Races Offered

10 miles

Jan 02, 2027

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Distance — 16.1K

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180 days remaining

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£44.85

15 miles

Jan 02, 2027

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Distance — 24.1K

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£55.20

6 Miles

Jan 02, 2027

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Distance — 9.7K

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Type — Running

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£35.36

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Leeds.

thermostat Temperature

1.4° / 6.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

-3.6° / 1.8°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

3h 47m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.2 cm

air Avg wind speed

16.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (1.4)

humidity_mid Humidity

85.6%

wb_twilight Sunrise

09:12

nightlight Sunset

17:17

About Leeds

Learn more about the host city, Leeds.

Leeds is the largest city in the county of West Yorkshire and the third largest city in Britain, though its urban area size falls behind that of Manchester. Once a major industrial centre, the city today is better known for being the largest UK financial centre outside London, and for its impressive shopping, nightlife, universities and sports facilities. Leeds also has a growing cultural reputation, being home to many museums, restaurants and theatres, and a mixture of Georgian, Victorian, 20th and 21st century architecture.