Alfreton Park - Saturday 24 October 2026
Local Event
About this event
Alfreton Park is lovely in the autumn! Come and try one of our 3 orienteering courses, starting and finishing near the Cricket Club. Electronic timing with a ‘dibber’ that you can borrow from us on the day.
Location
Postcode: DE55 7AN
Grid reference: SK402552
Parking: Parking is free along the road inside the park, leading towards the Cricket Club. Please drive slowly.
Latest updates about this event
Course lengths are now available:
- Short: 1.4km (White/Yellow standard), very little climb
- Medium: 2km (Orange standard), very little climb
- Long: 3.5km (Light Green standard), approx 75m climb
You can do a second or third course for just £1. Please come early if you want to do this, as courses close at 15:30. Because of undergrowth on Medium and Long, shorts aren’t recommended.
Beginners are very welcome, please ask at Registration if you need any help.
Please note that dogs aren’t allowed on the orienteering courses.
Event details
Courses available : Short; Medium; Long;
Start times: 13:00 - 15:00
Registration: 13:00 - 15:00.
Courses close : 15:30
Toilets : Toilets are available in the Cricket Club building.
Dogs : In car park only
Event officials
Planner: Jake Warwick
Organiser: Judith Holt - Contact: judith.holtcooke@btinternet.com
Type of event: D (Local)
Entries and other event details
Fees:
Seniors £5.00 and Juniors £3.00
How to enter
Since this is a smaller event, entry is on-the-day only, at the event, rather than online.
Entry on the day at event registration will be available subject to the number of maps remaining for different courses.
Insurance
A quick reminder for newcomers: participants who are not members of British Orienteering are not covered by British Orienteering's public liability insurance.
For example, if you were to accidentally injure a member of the public or damage property during the event, you would not be covered. By taking part in this event, you acknowledge that you are participating at your own risk.
Competitor safeguarding, well-being and assistance
Derwent Valley Orienteers strives to be an inclusive club. We are committed to providing events which support the safety, safeguarding and welfare of competitors and volunteers. Please read these pages to find out more:
- Please tell us about relevant medical conditions - this could help save your life
- Safeguarding - includes safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
- Photography at events - Please note that photos may be taken of participants competing at our club events.
If you require any assistance please contact the organiser. This includes advice for beginners or older competitors on the physical and technical difficulty of the courses as well as assistance for competitors who are neurodivergent and may like a quiet start or someone to pick up your bib or download your dibber after your run. We want everyone to have the best experience possible and if you don't ask, we won't know how we can help you achieve that.
