ThamesmeadSun 20 Sept
UKOL
National level event
What does this mean?
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 MapRun6 App.
Terrain type: Urban
Location Info
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Near: Abbey Wood Lat,Lng: 51.4977,0.1225 Postcode: SE2 9FA
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Directions / Parking
The Event Centre is at The Nest, Cygnet Square, SE2 9FA
The Event Centre is a 10 minute walk from Abbey Wood station served by South Eastern, Thameslink and Elizabeth Line trains
Coming to the event by public transport is recommended and there is plenty of space at the Event Centre to change and leave kit. if you prefer to come by car, there is free of charge street parking nearby. The most convenient will be near the western end of Bazalgette Way at SE2 9AN walking west then south keeping South Mere on your left to get to the Event Centre.
Please refer to the Preliminary Details using the link above for details about the area, terrain, courses available and other information about the event.
Map / Terrain
New map at 1:4,000 scale.
Essentially flat. Form lines have been used to depict small earth features such as raised ground.
Course Information
Course lengths - approximate optimal distances
| Course | Men | Women | Length (km) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M18,M20-35 | ||
| 2 | M40+ | W18,W20-35 | |
| 3 | M55+ | W40+ | |
| 4 | M16-,M65+ | W16-,W55+ | |
| 5 | M75+ | W65+,W75+ | |
| 6 | M12- | W12- |
The area is virtually flat so no height gain is shown
See the interim details or racesignup for the mapping of the age classes to the courses for those interested in being competitive in the UKOL.
There is also a course for the local community with entry on the day
Entry Details
Entries are via Raceignup https://racesignup.co.uk/site/..
Standard entry closing date is midnight on Sunday, 13 September
Late entry after this date until 5pm on 19 September at a surcharge subject to map availability
See Racesignup for the fee details
Limited availability of SIACs for hire
Those living in the Thamesmead Community and your friends would be most welcome to come to the event and have a go at orienteering. You do not need to enter in advance; just turn up at The Nest Building between 10:00 and 11:30 on the 20th. There will be full guidance as to what to do when you arrive and there is no charge. You will receive a detailed orienteering map of part of the Estate, printed on waterproof paper and which you keep afterwards, and we will give you an electronic finger which you will use to register your successful visit to each of the checkpoints. There are two videos available here which will give you an idea of what you will be doing. Bring a compass if you have one otherwise we will lend you one - but you may not need it if you know the Estate well! We very much look forward to seeing you on the day.
Registration and Start times
Enquiries opens at 09:45
It is a 600m walk to the Start
Start the first Sprint race at any time between 10:00 and 11:30, selected by you when you enter.
Your start time for the second Sprint race will be 1 hour and 30 minutes after the time you start the first Sprint race.
If you have a contactless SI card, you must punch at the Start and Finish controls
It is a 600m walk back to the Event Centre
Courses close at 14:00
Facilities
Toilets at the Event Centre
Lift to the first floor available (for wheelchair and pushchair owners primarily)
First Aid kit at the Event Centre on a largely self help basis with a qualified sports first aider present
Dog restrictions
Dogs not permitted in the Event Centre but can be left outside. Dogs permitted on the courses under control and on a short lead please.