HargateSat 9 Aug
Summer Series
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. Virtual events are where there are no physical controls being used. Your presence at a control is registered using an App on your mobile phone, normally the free MapRun App.
Terrain type: Woodland
Overview
60 minute Score event as part of Saxons Summer Orienteering Events.
Hargate Forest is an area of mixed woodland & heathland to the south of Tunbridge Wells, sloping down to Sprat’s Brook. There is an extensive path network. It is managed by the Woodland Trust.
Location Info
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Near: Tunbridge Wells Lat,Lng: 51.11602,0.24359 OS Grid Ref: TQ571376 What3Words: ///winemaker.hippy.perfume
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Directions / Parking
Parking is at the roadside, along the south side of Broadwater Down road. Nearest postcode TN2 5PE. w3w///winemaker.hippy.perfume
The entrance to the forest is near the West end of Broadwater Down.
From here, walk 100m south along the forest road to reach Registration and the Start
Public Transport Options
Tunbridge Wells railway station 2.5km.
Map / Terrain
1:7,500 scale with 5m contours by Peel Land Surveys. Maps will be printed on A4 waterproof paper.
Mixed woodland and heathland, sloping down to Sprat’s Brook.
In summer there is significant vegetation growth which might affect route choice. Full leg cover (eg jogging bottoms) is advised.
Course Information
Two 60 minute score courses are offered, Short and Long, suitable for all abilities.
There are 22 controls numbered 90 – 111; visit as many as you can. 10 points per control, 5 points penalty per minute/part minute beyond 60 minutes.
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Short course: Controls may be visited in any order. Max score 220 points.
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Long course: Special rule! Once you have visited a control, the next control has to be one with a higher number, to score.
To get the maximum score (220 points) the controls would have to be visited in sequence 90-91-92……110-111-Finish, within 60 minutes. On the Long course map this sequence will be shown with a dashed line between the controls.
You may miss controls out, to get your best score within 60 minutes! So 92-95-99-102-103-106-109-Finish is fine (70 points)
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Courses close at 13.30.
Controls will be SIAC enabled. Separate/loose control descriptions will be available.
After your run please Download as normal. Timing printouts will be provided and the results will be available on the website.
Read more about Course lengths and Difficulty here
Entry Details
Pre-entry only via https://racesignup.co.uk/ (will open shortly)
Entering as an Individual (take part on your own)
Seniors (British Orienteering members) £7, Non-members of BO £10.
Juniors & students £4 (BO or non-BO).
Entering a Group (going round together)
Group (member/non-member): £10/£15 (total charge for group, only group lead needs to enter - everyone gets a map)
Basic non-SIAC dibber (electronic timing device) available for loan, free of charge. SIAC dibbers available for hire for £1.50.
Entries online only, until maps run out.
Registration and Start times
From the forest entrance walk 100m south along the forest road to reach Registration.
Registration opens at 10.30 to collect loan / hire dibbers. There will be experienced orienteers on hand to help newcomers.
Start times will be from 11:00 to 12:00. Courses close at 13:30.
Facilities
The nearest toilets are at Sainsbury’s TN2 5QL
Dog restrictions
The Woodland Trust comment: dogs welcome. As long as they are under control there shouldn't be an issue but bear in mind this is a well-used area by the public.
Contacts / Officials
Mark Glaisher 07895 087298 email email hidden; JavaScript is required
Nearest A&E Hospital
Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Pembury TN2 4QJ
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Safety Notes
During the current hot weather please be aware that there is a ‘High fire risk’ warning at the forest entrance
An Emergency contact number will be printed on the map. Carrying a mobile phone is strongly recommended, specially for newcomers. You can let us know if you are lost or late, and we can contact you if you have not returned.