JOHN O'GAUNT CHALLENGE WALK9am Saturday 25th September 2010
A 25 mile walk from Norwood Social Club, Norwood Edge, Harrogate, HG3 1TE in the picturesque setting of the Washburn Valley and around the nearby reservoirs.Alternative routes of 10 and 20 miles are available for walkers only.
Start time for all entrants is 9am.
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ROUTE DETAILS
Start: Norwood Social Club SE207531.
1. Stainburn Moor. 4.39 miles. SE236522. (D)
2. Swinsty Cottage. 9.86 miles. SE199530.
3. Swinsty Car Park. 11.37 miles. SE186537. (R)
4. Thruscross. 15.13 miles. SE153573. (R)
5. Thruscross. 20.22 miles. SE153573. (R)
6. Finish. 25.33 miles. SE207531. Light Meal
(R)=Refreshments (D)=Drink
Start: Norwood Social Club SE207531.
1. Stainburn Moor. 4.39 miles. SE236522. (D)
2. Swinsty Cottage. 9.86 miles. SE199530.
3. Swinsty Car Park. 11.37 miles. SE186537. (R)
4. Thruscross. 15.13 miles. SE153573. (R)
5. Thruscross. 20.22 miles. SE153573. (R)
6. Finish. 25.33 miles. SE207531. Light Meal
(R)=Refreshments (D)=Drink
NB. Checkpoints 4 and 5 are at the same place, with
an option to do the loop around Thruscross reservoir for those wishing to
complete the full 25 mile option.
Runners are welcome on the 25 mile route.
Certificates and badges will be given to all competitors who finish within the time limit of 11 hours.
A hot meal or a light vegetarian meal will be provided at the finish.
The Organisers decision in all matters concerning the organisation of the walk is final.
The Organisers cannot be held responsible for any injury or mishap during the event and retain the right to vary or alter the rules.
Runners are welcome on the 25 mile route.
Certificates and badges will be given to all competitors who finish within the time limit of 11 hours.
A hot meal or a light vegetarian meal will be provided at the finish.
The Organisers decision in all matters concerning the organisation of the walk is final.
The Organisers cannot be held responsible for any injury or mishap during the event and retain the right to vary or alter the rules.
WALK RULES
1. Each competitor to be aged 18 years or over, unless accompanied by parent or legal guardian (Adventure Activities Licensing Regulations).
2. All entrants must report to the walk H.Q. between 07:30 and 08:30 on the day of the walk.
3. Retire only at roadside checkpoints.
4. Entrants must observe the Country Code - failure to keep to designated footpaths may result in disqualification.
5. All walkers to carry a suitable map, compass, waterproof clothing and mug.
1. Each competitor to be aged 18 years or over, unless accompanied by parent or legal guardian (Adventure Activities Licensing Regulations).
2. All entrants must report to the walk H.Q. between 07:30 and 08:30 on the day of the walk.
3. Retire only at roadside checkpoints.
4. Entrants must observe the Country Code - failure to keep to designated footpaths may result in disqualification.
5. All walkers to carry a suitable map, compass, waterproof clothing and mug.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. A route description will be given to all entrants.
2. Competitors are advised to carry the following equipment:-
first aid kit
suitable footwear
emergency rations
spare jumper or sweater.
3. The suggested map is the OS Explorer 297 1:25.000 Lower Wharfedale & Washburn Valley.
4. Information on accommodation and camping may be obtained from either Yorkshire Dales National Park, Skipton (01756) 792809 or the Information Centre, Grassington (01756) 753748.
5. Organised by the West Yorkshire Group of the LDWA.
1. A route description will be given to all entrants.
2. Competitors are advised to carry the following equipment:-
first aid kit
suitable footwear
emergency rations
spare jumper or sweater.
3. The suggested map is the OS Explorer 297 1:25.000 Lower Wharfedale & Washburn Valley.
4. Information on accommodation and camping may be obtained from either Yorkshire Dales National Park, Skipton (01756) 792809 or the Information Centre, Grassington (01756) 753748.
5. Organised by the West Yorkshire Group of the LDWA.
