Trosley Country ParkSat 10 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
Results
Report
It was nice to have a sunny day and a good turnout for this summer series event, and our thanks go to Kent Country Parks for allowing us to use Trosley CP.
The Long course was planned so that it would be quite tricky to get the maximum points. Brendon was the only person to 'beat the Planner' and score 220 - Well done.
The Short course was particularly popular, perhaps because of the warm conditions and hilly terrain. It gave many people the chance to visit all 20 controls.
A few people commented on the variety of goats in the field. I did have a concern about control 90 but fortunately the goats were just curious, rather than tampering with it. Many thanks to the helpers and control collectors - with everyone back by 1pm we were able to clear the site quite early in the afternoon, & visit the cafe,
Our final Summer Series event is at Betteshanger CP on 21st September. This is followed a couple of weeks later by the first round of the SAX & DFOK Kent Orienteering League 2024/25 - as usual, these events are open to all.
In addition, you will probably have noticed (on the back of the map!) that there is a taster for the forthcoming Kent Night Cup series at Trosley on 10th October.
Mark
Overview
Trosley Country Park is on the North Downs. It comprises woodland plus open slopes offering fine views. There is an extensive path network and on-site cafe. First opportunity to use the new map!
Location Info
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Near: Vigo Lat,Lng: 51.32611,0.34444 OS Grid Ref: TQ633612 What3Words: ///spirit.supper.crash
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Directions / Parking
Parking is within the Park, off Waterlow Rd, Vigo. It is signposted (Brown signs) off the A227 between Wrotham & Meopham. Nearest postcode DA13 0SG. w3w///spirit.supper.crash Height limit 2.3m 7’ 6”.
Parking charge: £3.50 for all day. You can pay for parking by cash, card or using one of the apps - Park Buddy, PaybyPhone, Ringo. NB payable using the pay by phone app by midnight on the day
The event is based near the East end of the car park – turn left after the entrance gate.
Public Transport Options
Train to Borough Green or Meopham. 3 mile cycle or the 308 bus from either station to the park entrance roughly every hour and a half.
Pre-event Details
Map / Terrain
A new map by Peel Land Surveys. 1:7,500 scale with 5m contours. Maps will be printed on A4 waterproof paper.
Mixed woodland along the top of the slope and open areas lower down. In summer there is significant vegetation growth which might affect route choice. Full leg cover (eg jogging bottoms) is advised.
The open slopes include fenced areas (passable) which might contain sheep or goats.
Course Information
Two 60 minute score courses are offered, Short and Long, suitable for all abilities.
20 controls numbered 90 – 109; visit as many as you can. 10 points per control, 5 points penalty per minute/part minute beyond 60 minutes.
Short course: Controls may be visited in any order. Max score 200 points.
Long course: two sets, 90s and 100s. Choose to do 90s (90-99) or 100s (100-109) first. Change to the other set when and where you wish – no changing back! In addition 90/91 and 100/101 are dumbell controls: eg going directly from 90>91 (or 91>90) earns bonus points. 10 extra points per dumbell pair. Max score 220 points.
Courses close at 1.15pm.
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 www.racesignup.co.uk
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
Registration opens at 10.30 to collect 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 13:15. You don't have to visit all the controls! There is a time limit, instead of a set course. Points are scored for visiting controls, and deducted for finishing over the time limit. You decide which controls to visit, and in which sequence. Sometimes controls have different points values. You will need to carry a watch or phone, so you know how long you have been out.
Facilities
The café will be open, and there are toilets adjacent to it. They are at the west end of the car park
Dog restrictions
Dogs must be on leads in the car park, grazing areas and close to the café.
Contacts / Officials
Planner / Organiser: Mark Glaisher 07895 087298 email email hidden; JavaScript is required.
Nearest A&E Hospital
Maidstone Hospital, Hermitage Lane, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 9QQ
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Safety Notes
An Organiser contact number will be printed on the map. If you carry a mobile phone you can let us know if you are lost or late.
Shoes with a reasonable tread / grip are recommended, especially if it's damp underfoot.