March 5th - 2023
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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'
Register, choose your distance: 10 or 15 miles.
To enter as a pair, buy two tickets!
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Registration::
(This is also where you finish!)
Finchley Nurseries
Burtonhole Lane, London NW7 1AS
Parking:: NO Parking at the venue or on any of the lanes around the venue, park here and we will simply disqualify you for putting the future of the event at risk!!
...Please park sensibly near by, preferably arrange to car share. (see map below)
Catering:: Hot drinks and snacks and a whole heap of other foods are available next to the finish at the cafe we are using!
Weather:: BBC we can't really tell you!
Times::
Registration opens 08:15.
Bus leaves at 09:00.
Start when we reach the start
Costs:: £35.00 per person run solo or in a team as big as you want.
Closing Date:: when full... Limited to just 60 places.
Results:: 2016 - 2017 - 2018
Prizes:: EVERYONE GETS SOMETHING
What do you get::
(This is also where you finish!)
Finchley Nurseries
Burtonhole Lane, London NW7 1AS
Parking:: NO Parking at the venue or on any of the lanes around the venue, park here and we will simply disqualify you for putting the future of the event at risk!!
...Please park sensibly near by, preferably arrange to car share. (see map below)
Catering:: Hot drinks and snacks and a whole heap of other foods are available next to the finish at the cafe we are using!
Weather:: BBC we can't really tell you!
Times::
Registration opens 08:15.
Bus leaves at 09:00.
Start when we reach the start
Costs:: £35.00 per person run solo or in a team as big as you want.
Closing Date:: when full... Limited to just 60 places.
Results:: 2016 - 2017 - 2018
Prizes:: EVERYONE GETS SOMETHING
What do you get::
- Transport to the start location
- Support vehicles out in the area to collect the... Let's be clear, we wont be collecting you, there will be NO support vehicle coming to rescue you!!
- A hot meal, food & drink's etc are available at the event HQ bring some £ its not free
- Memento
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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 and seal it for you!)
- Using a map other than any that we choose to give you, See example below!
- Using anything except your own two legs to get you to the finish!
- Breaking the seal on the emergency kit bag
- Cut off time 4 hours 15-Mile & 3 hours 10-mile
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Just an example of how far 10 and 15-miles are
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Drop locations London March 2022
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Start Times?
These will depend on the exact location of the drop, expect this to be anything between 10:00am and 11:00am.
Cut off times?
4 Hours (15 mile) If you can't make the generous cut off time, DO NOT enter this event, you will be putting your self and our team at risk. (15 miles as the crow flies could end up been 20 depending how lost you get) & 3 hours 10-Mile
Prizes?
Memento for all finishes
What support is available along the route?
There is NO support available after the start, NO first aid, NO physio, NO toilets NO water etc, if you don't like this don't enter.
There will be NO sweeper vehicle, you have to make your own way back.
What is the terrain?
How the heck do we know, the route is entirely your choice, hills, moors, canals, tracks and road... You decide
What kit do I need to bring on the day?
There are several things that you will need on the day to help you to perform your best. The following list is just a suggestion of what we have found useful - talk to other athletes, Join a local club who will be able to give you some great advice and develop a list to best suit you.
* Warm/suitable clothes for prior to and after the event, these can be left on the bus and will be at the event centre on your return.
* Race numbers - pinned/attached to your race t-shirt/top or race belt, and any medical conditions clearly written on the back of your number.
You will need to show your race numbers for the duration of the event and at prize giving.
Map of how to get to the event venue!
Mandatory kit - Mandatory Kit list regardless of the weather for all competitors, this is the minimum we will expect you to have.
Glow sticks / Foil blankets can be purchased on the day £2.50 each
How can I check race results?
If, you finish, race results will be published within two hours of race ending, on our website under the 'Results'. On the day results will be available from the race results centre - Somewhere in the event centre. It is your responsibility to visit the website if you want them in a hurry!
Can under 18-year olds enter your events?
We are sorry but due to Child Protection and Insurance restrictions, we do not currently allow any under 18-year olds to enter our events. But keep in touch or drop us an email as this might be changing.
Do I need to bring any forms with me?
No, at registration you will need to provide your name and address details & an emergency contact. If you have decided to give your place to someone else it is important that you let us know at registration so that we can update our records in case of an emergency, and for timing purposes.
Are there any water / feed station?
NO
Drop Bag
Please leave a drop bag at the event centre, you are welcome to find a quiet space on the floor for a few hours recovery! (NO space Christmas edition)
Where do I park?
The venue has NO parking but please park sensibly.
Refunds
NO, there will be NO refunds. From the moment you enter we start to incure costs. Do read this line again!
Change of participant
If you wish to have another competitor take your place a £5.00 admin charge will be made.
These will depend on the exact location of the drop, expect this to be anything between 10:00am and 11:00am.
Cut off times?
4 Hours (15 mile) If you can't make the generous cut off time, DO NOT enter this event, you will be putting your self and our team at risk. (15 miles as the crow flies could end up been 20 depending how lost you get) & 3 hours 10-Mile
Prizes?
Memento for all finishes
What support is available along the route?
There is NO support available after the start, NO first aid, NO physio, NO toilets NO water etc, if you don't like this don't enter.
There will be NO sweeper vehicle, you have to make your own way back.
What is the terrain?
How the heck do we know, the route is entirely your choice, hills, moors, canals, tracks and road... You decide
What kit do I need to bring on the day?
There are several things that you will need on the day to help you to perform your best. The following list is just a suggestion of what we have found useful - talk to other athletes, Join a local club who will be able to give you some great advice and develop a list to best suit you.
* Warm/suitable clothes for prior to and after the event, these can be left on the bus and will be at the event centre on your return.
* Race numbers - pinned/attached to your race t-shirt/top or race belt, and any medical conditions clearly written on the back of your number.
You will need to show your race numbers for the duration of the event and at prize giving.
Map of how to get to the event venue!
Mandatory kit - Mandatory Kit list regardless of the weather for all competitors, this is the minimum we will expect you to have.
- • Waterproof jacket - not a log flume poncho or super market fashion jacket, it has to have a waterproof membrane with taped seams
- • Waterproof trousers see point 1
- • Foil blanket
- • Whistle
Glow sticks / Foil blankets can be purchased on the day £2.50 each
How can I check race results?
If, you finish, race results will be published within two hours of race ending, on our website under the 'Results'. On the day results will be available from the race results centre - Somewhere in the event centre. It is your responsibility to visit the website if you want them in a hurry!
Can under 18-year olds enter your events?
We are sorry but due to Child Protection and Insurance restrictions, we do not currently allow any under 18-year olds to enter our events. But keep in touch or drop us an email as this might be changing.
Do I need to bring any forms with me?
No, at registration you will need to provide your name and address details & an emergency contact. If you have decided to give your place to someone else it is important that you let us know at registration so that we can update our records in case of an emergency, and for timing purposes.
Are there any water / feed station?
NO
Drop Bag
Please leave a drop bag at the event centre, you are welcome to find a quiet space on the floor for a few hours recovery! (NO space Christmas edition)
Where do I park?
The venue has NO parking but please park sensibly.
Refunds
NO, there will be NO refunds. From the moment you enter we start to incure costs. Do read this line again!
Change of participant
If you wish to have another competitor take your place a £5.00 admin charge will be made.
