The Drop - York

The Drop - York is a deliberate navigation challenge organised by Organic Adventure Ltd that tests competitors' ability to find their way back to the event centre after being deposited at an unknown location. This is not a marked route or traditional race: there are no route markers, no directions and no reassurance, and competitors must rely on their own navigation and decision making. Entrants are required to hand over electronic devices at registration and are issued a sealed emergency bag for safety; breaking the seal results in disqualification. The event emphasises calm problem-solving under uncertainty rather than following a predetermined course.

The York edition offers three distance options (approximately 15 miles, 10 miles and a 6-mile option for non-locals) with distances quoted "as the crow flies", so actual travelled distance will be longer due to navigation choices. Event day registration is at Up & Running, Colliergate, York and the start window is 10:00 on 10 May 2026; participants must be 18 or over on race day. An optional live GPS-tracking add-on is offered so participants can share progress, with trackers issued and required to be returned after the event. Practical notes such as limited city-centre parking and nearby rail and bus links are provided to assist travel planning.