KOL 8 - Angley WoodsSat 12 Apr
Kent Orienteering League
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 & Forest
Results
Overview
Angley Wood and its smaller neighbour in the north, Gravel Pit Wood (visited by Blue only) is a mix of beech, silverbirch and pine woods. There are large patches of rhododendron and the usual brambles, but a good network of paths.
The club is also running a training session on the day, open to all, details here: Orienteering Skills Session (you will be able to attend the training and then put your new skills to test on a course after!)
Location Info
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Near: Cranbrook Lat,Lng: 51.09554,0.52451 What3Words: ///successor.highlighted.analogy
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Directions / Parking
Parking:
On street parking on Wheatfield Way and Oatfield Drive. Please park considerately and do not block driveways in this residential area.
Public Transport Options
Nearest railway stations:
Staplehurst, 6 miles from entrance to the wood. Number 5 bus takes approximately 30 minutes.
Pre-event Details
Map / Terrain
The area has been newly mapped by the club in January 2025.
Yellow/Orange/Green - 1:7,500
Blue and Score - 1:10,000
Course Information
Five courses available:
Yellow - Controls (checkpoints) are very easy to find, mostly on main paths, ideal for younger children and complete beginners. Approx. distance 2.0 km.
Orange - Moderate, controls are on or near paths with more route choice. Good for progressing juniors and beginner adults who are reasonably confident reading a map. Approx. distance 2.7km.
Green - As technically hard as we can make it, for experienced orienteers requiring a shorter run than the blue course. Approx. distance 5km, 105m climb.
Blue - As technically hard as we can make it, for experienced orienteers. Approx. distance 7km, 150m climb.
Score - No set distance, but a 60 minute time limit. Find as many of the 21 controls as possible in one hour. Good for adult beginners, those progressing from orange to green, and those that want to be back in a set time.
Read more about Course lengths and Difficulty here
Entry Details
Pre-entry only. This will be via Racesignup
Senior (member/non-member): £7/£10
Junior/Student (member/non-member) £4/£6
Group (member/non-member): £10/£15
Basic non-SIAC dibber (electronic timing device) available for hire free of charge. SIAC dibbers available for hire for £1.50.
Entries close the day before the event.
Registration and Start times
Registration opens at 10.30 to collect hire dibbers and yellow course maps that will be made available in advance. There will be experienced orienteers on hand to help newcomers.
Registration: Pre-entry only via Angley KOL8 April 2025 - Information and sign up
This will require details for safety purposes.
Start period 11.00 – 12.30
Courses close at 14.00
Facilities
Nearest toilet can be found at The Weald Sports Centre, 500m from entrance to wood.
Dog restrictions
Dogs allowed
Contacts / Officials
Organiser: Andrea Pauling (email hidden; JavaScript is required)
Nearest A&E Hospital
Nearest A&E is in Tunbridge Wells (https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/), approx. 23 miles distance
NHS Urgent care search
Safety Notes
Full leg covering is compulsory and arm covering recommended. There are deer, so tics may be present.
There are out of bounds areas marked on the maps, please respect those as we do not have permission to enter. Barbed wire fences should not be climbed.