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The Drop - Winchester

Name: The Drop - Winchester
Start: 2027-04-25
End: 2027-04-25
Location: Winchester

Winchester, South East, United Kingdom

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sell £35.06 – £57.30

About the Event

Immerse yourself in an unparalleled wilderness challenge at The Drop – Winchester, where military-inspired ingenuity meets extreme endurance racing. This unique competition pushes participants into uncharted territories with nothing but their wits and determination.
Upon registration, you'll hand over all electronic devices and any cash to ensure a tech-free experience. In return, you receive your race number and an emergency kit for safety purposes. Solo runners or teams are welcome to take on this daunting adventure as they see fit.
The real test begins when participants board the bus blindfolded, setting off towards an undisclosed drop-off point that lies at a straight-line distance from Winchester's event hub. Once released, your sole mission is to navigate back to the starting location without any guidance or assistance whatsoever. No maps, no GPS units, and certainly no route markings will be provided.
From this moment forward, you're entirely on your own as you traverse through challenging terrain in a bid to reach the finish line. Whether you choose to run swiftly across open fields, navigate treacherous landscapes with caution, or even crawl under obstacles, every step is yours alone. The journey back demands not just physical prowess but also mental fortitude and resourcefulness.
The Drop – Winchester challenges your limits like no other race in the UK, offering an unforgettable blend of adventure and self-discovery amidst nature's raw beauty.
Join this extraordinary event to test yourself against some of Britain’s most rugged landscapes.

Races Offered

10Mile

Apr 26, 2026

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Distance — 16.1K

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10:00

15Mile

Apr 26, 2026

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Distance — 24.1K

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10:00

10 miles

Apr 25, 2027

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Distance — 16.1K

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193 days remaining

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£52.17

15 miles

Apr 25, 2027

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Distance — 24.1K

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193 days remaining

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£57.30

6 miles (Non-Locals Only)

Apr 25, 2027

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Distance — 9.7K

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Type — Running

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193 days remaining

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£35.06

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Winchester.

thermostat Temperature

5.6° / 13.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

1.6° / 9.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 21m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

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—

air Avg wind speed

14.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (3.5)

humidity_mid Humidity

76.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:08

nightlight Sunset

20:01

About Winchester

Learn more about the host city, Winchester.

Winchester is a cathedral city in Hampshire, England. The city lies at the heart of the wider City of Winchester, a local government district, at the western end of the South Downs National Park, on the River Itchen. It is 60 miles (97 km) south-west of London and 14 miles (23 km) from Southampton, its nearest major city. At the 2021 census, the built-up area of Winchester had a population of 48,478. The wider City of Winchester district includes towns such as Alresford and Bishop's Waltham and had a population of 127,439 in 2021. Winchester is the county town of Hampshire and contains the head offices of Hampshire County Council.