BraintreeWed 1 Jan

SOS New Year Novelty

Local 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.

Last updated: Sat 16 November, 2024

Overview

This is a one hour score event based on cultural and heritage landmarks around Braintree

Location Info

Near: Braintree
Lat,Lng: 51.87035,0.54304
Postcode: CM7 2AS

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Directions / Parking

There is limited free parking available at Marshalls Park car park. Other parking is possible on residential roads near the park, such as Tortoiseshell Way to the south, but please be considerate of residents’ access.

Please do not park on London Road.

Public transport will be very limited on New Year’s Day and trains are not expected to be running to Braintree Station.

Map / Terrain

Footpaths and streets around Braintree

Open Orienteering Map scale 1:7500

Course Information

Controls are local heritage or cultural items which you can visit in any order. Then answer a question about it. Each correct answer scores 10 points.

You must report to the finish maximum 60 minutes after starting. 10 points/minute penalty if you are late back.

Entry Details

Entry via Racesignup

Seniors £4 for members of British Orienteering, +£1 for non-members

Juniors (U21) £2

Registration and Start times

Starts are between 11.00am and 12noon

Course closes 1.00pm

Facilities

Nearest Toilets at Marshalls Farm Service Station

Dog restrictions

Dogs must be on a lead

Contacts / Officials

Organiser: Marc Owen Email: m_d_owen@hotmail.com Tel: 0796 111 7909

Planner: Roger Gooding

Nearest A&E Hospital

Broomfield Hospital, Court Rd, Chelmsford, CM1 7ET
NHS Urgent care search

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.

As with any urban orienteering which requires participants to cross roads, you are asked to take due care and pay attention at all times.

Please be aware that London Road between the A120 and Marshalls Park has a 40mph speed limit.

It will not be necessary to cross roads with a limit above 30mph.

There will be no need to enter watercourses, please use bridges.

High visibility clothing is strongly recommended for adults and compulsory for competitors aged under 16.

There may be dog walkers, cyclists, scooters or residents on the pavements & footpaths, be aware and give them priority.

All competitors must report in the organiser when they finish (or by 13.00) even if they wish to retire.

Shorts and running vests can be worn, subject to weather conditions.

Several AEDs are available in Braintree town centre, including at Tesco (Market Place) and the Police Station (Blyths Meadow).

Competitors are permitted to carry phones, provided they are not used for navigation. The organisers phone number will be printed on the maps.

Competitors should provide the organiser with details of relevant medical conditions in a sealed envelope, prior to commencing the event. The envelope will be returned to the competitor at the end of the event.

We hope to hand out sweets at the end of the event. Anyone with a nut allergy is asked to inform the organizer prior to attending.

Miscellaneous

Participants are invited to remain at a local pub the King Willian IV, for post run rehydration and discussion, which will be open from 12:00.

Please note that food will not be available.

The pub’s Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/kingwilliamivbraintree/