Danbury May 26Anytime Orienteering
Type of course: Virtual Terrain type: Urban & Woodland
Overview
The event is at The Bakers Arms, Main Road, Danbury, CM3 4QH. The start control is be close to the pub, and dependant on the course you choose, the finish is nearby (but not at the same place). This is a line event, where you have to visit the controls in the correct order.
- Long Course, 5.8km (as the crow flies), 12 Controls
- Short Course, 3.7km (as the crow flies), 8 Controls
Location Info
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Near: Danbury Lat,Lng: 51.7166,0.5836 Postcode: CM3 4QH
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Directions / Parking
Unless you are using the pub, DO NOT park at the pub. There is street parking at all times in Hopping Jacks Lane, and there are also some spaces at Eves Corner, but this has restrictions (check the signs).
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Courses available
Danbury May26 LongLine course, 5,8,12 controls
Danbury May26 ShortLine course, 3.8,8 controls
Other Information
Safety Notes
Participation is at your own risk. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Bring clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. There may be dog walkers, cyclists, electric scooters or residents on pavements and footpaths – be aware and give them priority.
Some paths may be uneven, paving slabs may be broken and surfaces may be slippery, there will be roots and low hanging branches in the woods. Some routes may take you on small roads with no pavements – TAKE CARE!
As with any street orienteering participants will be required to cross numerous roads and you are asked to take due care and attention at all times.
Nearest A&E Hospital
Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford CM1 7ET
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Facilities
There are no facilities nearby unless you are using the pub.