We entered the Quid Games, a race like no other. With many prizes up for grabs.

A race with equal parts of thrill, strategy, and mystery, Quid Games; The Dark Edition challenged athletes to think on their feet and outpace the competition—all whilst navigating the stunning Broughton Hall Estate through an unpredictable series of checkpoints and surprises.
With just 60 minutes on the clock, 10 secret checkpoints to find and all loaded with incredible prizes from Quid Games sponsors. Each control was worth 10 points, with a maximum score of 100 points. As this was a score event, checkpoints could be visited in any order, so it meant planning your race strategy the moment you picked up a map.

It wasn’t just about crossing the finish line—it was about how you played the game.

There were many famous faces in the trail running and orienteering sphere in attendance including Olympian Alistair Brownlee, GB orienteer and HOKA athlete Kris Jones, former World Orienteering champion, Megan Mitchell and young GB orienteer Niamh Hunter.

It was a fascinating mix of amazing trail and fell runners against GB orienteers but in a way where the amateur sportsperson had a chance at spot prizes. Seemed a great success and we really hope it returns next year.

After a thriving January and Feb, our March bookings are looking a little too empty for comfort. As a small business, Earby Hostel is our livelihood and without it we can no longer do what we love; connecting people with the outdoors.

So for the month of March we are running a 3 for 2 deal. Book 2 nights in March and get a 3rd one free. Quote MARCH3FOR2 when you book with us to access this deal.

And please share our accommodation with your friends. We are passionate at hosting family groups, running, cycling and outdoors groups, university groups and solo travellers.