Baddow Ridge EastSun 6 Sept
EA League
Regional level event
Explanation of Event levels
Local events are usually low key and in the 'localised' area, ideal for newcomers to try the sport and Training events are non competitive and used for training and coaching, aimed at members of the club, but they can attract people from neighbouring clubs, and are often ideal for newcomers to try the sport. Regional events attract participants from around the local Region, National events are high quality competitions that will attract people from far away, Major events are Major Events such as a British Championships.
Terrain type: Forest
Overview
The competition area extended to include Scrub Wood & The Warren (known locally as Heather Hills) & Pheasanthouse Farm.
Location Info
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Near: Danbury Lat,Lng: 51.7363,0.5864 OS Grid Ref: TL787069 Postcode: CM3 4SG What3Words: ///guards.bonus.comply
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Directions / Parking
Parking in field at junction of Spring Elms Lane and access to Pheasanthouse Farm, O signposted from double roundabouts on A414 in centre of Danbury (Eves Cornerj. Turn north along Little Baddow Road/The Ridge. Pass General’s Arms on left and turn right into Spring Elms Lane.
Map / Terrain
Pheasanthouse Farm & Heather Hills are part of the Danbury Ridge Nature Reserves Complex, predominantly managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust.
The area is undulating mature deciduous woodland to the east of Baddow Ridge, one of the higher points in Essex – there are contours! Varied terrain with established path network.
Course Information
Full colour coded courses White to Brown
Courses suitable for all levels of ability and experience - ask for advice if you are unsure which is the right one for you.
This is an East Anglian League event. If you wish to be competitive within league, please ensure you enter the correct course.
EAL rules Here
Entry Details
Entry on Racesignup
Standard
Senior: £10.00/£12.00
Senior Chip hire: £1.00
Junior/Student: £4.00
Junior/Student Chip hire: £1.00
From 3rd September:
Late entries
Senior: £12.00/£14.00
Junior/Student: £5.00
Juniors are under 21 on race day.
Higher entry fee applies to unaffiliated entrants
Registration and Start times
Enquiries open from 10:00am.
Starts between 10:30 to 12.30
Start times will not be preallocated
Courses close 14:30 All participants must report to download even if they have not completed their course.
Facilities
Enquiries, dibber collection, download, toilets
Guidance for beginners available from the Enquiries point.
The start is located in the assembly field and the finish is located close-by.
Dog restrictions
Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times. Please clean up after your dog.
Contacts / Officials
Organiser: Alastair Houlding
Planner: Kevin Machin
Controller: Sally Wilkinson (SUFFOC)
Nearest A&E Hospital
Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford CM1 7ET
NHS Urgent care search
Safety Notes
Green, Blue and Brown courses accessing Heather Hills will need to cross Spring Elms Lane with light traffic twice – care should be taken in crossing.
The wood is open to the public and you may meet walkers, dogs, mountain bikers and horses. Please be aware and give them priority.
Please ensure that your clothing and footwear is appropriate for the time of year, terrain and anticipated weather conditions. Full leg cover is advised.
Check for ticks after running.
Entry into this event is at your own risk.
Miscellaneous
Insurance
Please Note: Participants who are not members of British Orienteering are not covered by British Orienteering’s public liability insurance. By entering this event, you acknowledge that you are taking part at your own risk. For example, if you were to accidently injure a member of the public or damage property during the event, you would not be covered.