The Drop Sheffield
A navigation challenge near Sheffield where participants are blindfolded, dropped at an unknown location and must find their own way back over 6, 10 or 15 miles.
| Date | Sunday 15th November, 2026 |
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| Distance | 10M + other events: 15M, 6M |
| Terrain | Mixed Terrain |
| Location | Up & Running |
| Town/City | Sheffield |
| Area | South Yorkshire |
| Start postcode | S1 2GL |
| Start time | 10:00am |
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The Drop Sheffield is an unusual running and navigation challenge organised by Organic Adventure. Participants gather at Up & Running in Sheffield city centre before being blindfolded and transported to an undisclosed location. Their challenge is to find their own way back to the event headquarters without conventional navigation aids.
Runners can choose between 6, 10 and 15 Mile challenges, with distances measured in a straight line from the drop location to the finish. Actual running distances will be longer, depending on the route each participant chooses. With no marked course, maps, compass or GPS navigation, the event tests endurance, decision making and navigation skills. The 6 Mile option is restricted to non local participants.
Competitors surrender electronic devices and navigation equipment at registration and carry a sealed emergency bag throughout the challenge. Timing begins when blindfolds are removed at the drop location, leaving participants to navigate independently back to Sheffield. Optional live GPS tracking is available for supporters and safety purposes.
