Swadlincote Woods - Friday 21 August 2026
Local Event
About this event
Great for beginners, of any age combination, in pairs!
Using the updated Permanent Orienteering Course
Only £2.00 for your map (to keep) and Record Card for your first course.
Please bring a pen or pencil
Try the Short, Medium or Long Challenge
If you want to do another Course the Second Course will be free to enter
Lots of help from experienced Orienteers
Location
Postcode: DE11 8EB
Grid reference: SK305193
Parking: DE11 8LP
Event details
Courses available : Introductory Level (short); Intermediate Level (medium); Technical Level (long);
Start times: 13:00 - 15:00
Registration: 13:00 - 15:00.
Courses close : 16:00
Dogs : In car park only
Event officials
Planner: Rex Bleakman
Organiser: Rex Bleakman - Contact: rexbleakman321@btinternet.com
Type of event: D (Local)
Entries and other event details
Fees:
£2:00
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
Entry on the day will be available for this event subject to the number of maps remaining for different courses when you register at the event.
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.
