Loop Till You Drop - Delapre Abbey
Northampton, United Kingdom • 18 Apr 2026
Loop Till You Drop - Delapre Abbey
The Loop Till You Drop event takes place within the grounds of Delapre Abbey in Northampton. This endurance race follows the traditional Backyard Ultra format, where participants run a loop of 4.167 miles (6.7 km) every hour, on the hour. To remain in the competition, runners must finish each loop before the next hour begins. The event continues indefinitely until only one runner can complete a solo lap within the time limit.
Participants can choose from three different entry options to suit their endurance goals:
- Backyard Ultra Solo: Open to individual runners seeking to be the last one standing.
- Backyard Ultra Pairs: Two runners share the challenge by alternating loops, with only one teammate on the course at a time.
- 8 Loop Option: A fixed distance version where participants complete a maximum of 8 loops, though they may choose to stop earlier.
The race focuses on pacing and resilience within a community atmosphere. Except for the winner, all participants who eventually stop or fail to finish a loop in time receive a "Did Not Finish" (DNF) status. This event is open to individuals aged 18 and over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.