Cleveland Survival
Great Ayton, United Kingdom • 28 Mar 2026
Event overview
The Cleveland Survival 2026 takes place on 28 March 2026 in the North York Moors, with the precise location released about one week before the event. The event is organised by the Cleveland Mountain Rescue Team and serves as a major fundraiser for the team. This will be the 41st running of the Survival and occurs during the 60th year of the rescue team. Entries opened on 6 November 2025 and close on 21 March 2026. The entry fee is £30.00 and the organiser shows current entries at 37 participants.
Course, format and logistics
The event is open to runners and walkers and uses an orienteering format on a single route of around 24 miles. Competitors must visit a series of checkpoints, each given by grid reference and description, in the order shown on the route card. The event may be completed individually or as part of a group and must be finished within a time limit. Checkpoints are manned by search and rescue personnel; drinks are available at some checkpoints and a hot meal is provided at the finish. Dogs are not allowed. Required kit includes map and compass, emergency food, survival bag, whistle, windproofs and full waterproofs, and a mug for drinks at pit stops. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.