Slate Fell

Date: 

Thursday, December 8, 2022

Club: 

WCOC

Level: 

Local

Type: 

Night Series

Terrain: 

The area consists of fields and open fell, it is mostly fast running with some more complex areas of pits (old mine workings) and thickets for the more technical courses. Maximum elevation is 170m.

Map: 

There are a number of fences across the area which are marked with a thick purple line. These must only be crossed at the crossing points marked on the map.

Parking: 

Registration is at the lay-by on the “old A66” East of Cockermouth,
Grid Ref: NY147306
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Please be aware of traffic at the parking area and along the road to Start, and from Finish.
It is recommended that you wear clothing which has reflective panels to make yourselves visible.
You must register before your run, even though you’ve pre-entered, so we know you’re out there.

Safety: 

You MUST download, even if you retire, so we know you’re back safe.

Dogs: 

No dogs on the courses

Entries: 

Entries on RaceSignup https://racesignup.co.uk/site/event.php?eventid=3162 
Dibbers will be available to use.

Courses: 

Long 4.6km 170m Climb
Short 2.8km 105m Climb
Novice 1.4km 50m Climb

Start is 400m walk from Registration. There is a 300m walk back to Registration from the finish – most of these walks are along the road.
Novice course will mostly follow or be near to line features (fences and earth banks) - and is suitable for beginners. Younger children should be accompanied.
Novice course maps will be issued at Registration so that coaching and advice can be given – which is recommended and encouraged

Start Times: 

5.30pm

Courses Close: 

You MUST be back at download before 8pm.

Planner: 

Chris Pollitt

Other Notes: 

New to Night Orienteering?
You need to bring a decent head torch (and maybe a spare and/or spare battery) and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather.
The first series of events, up to Christmas tend to be on easier areas so are suitable for those trying night orienteering for the first time.
Younger and/or inexperienced orienteers should be accompanied.