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    New Permanent Courses at Calke Park

    09/04/2022
    Looking for something to do in the Easter Holidays? Try one of our NEW permanent orienteering courses at Calke Park. You can print the map at home, having downloaded it from the British Orienteering website (£1) or buy a copy at the NT Shop at Calke Explore (turn right after the payment kiosk).
    • Family Course is 2.7km, 15 controls
    • Senior Course is 5.6km, 20 controls
    • Both courses available for free on MapRun!
    Have fun and do send us your photos from your course!
    (Park entry fees will apply, unless you are National Trust members.)

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