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The Long Tour of Bradwell 2010 Route
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The Long Tour of Bradwell 2010 Route
Route Description - first third
The Long Tour of Bradwell 2010 Route
Last third of route
The Long Tour of Bradwell 2010 Route
Middle third of route
Event Date
08 August 2010
Event Duration
A challenging route in the Dark & White Peak.
Last Entry Date
02 August 2010
Location
Hope Valley/Dark Peak - Bradwell Pavillion (click for map)
Event Type
Fell Running / Challenge Walk
Pricing Info
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Info
The Event Centre/Location/Event Area
The start/finish is from Bradwell Sports Pavilion, Bradwell, North Derbyshire. Grid Ref: 175818. The pavilion is approx 0.5km to the north of the village on the B6049 and is opposite the Samuel Fox pub. Look out for the Dark & White roadside event signs - there is some hard standing car parking for early arrivals but the majority of parking is on the adjacent field (or there is some on-street parking in the village). Follow the signs to registration at the pavilion itself; there is a changing area plus toilets. For Friday or Saturday evening accommodation contact Castleton TIO: 01433 620679. The event uses Dark Peak OL1 1:25000 sheet and White Peak OL24 1:25000 sheet. Map extracts (approx size A3) of the area can be supplied at the start provided they are pre-ordered - see entry form for more details.
The Challenge
The route is 31 miles long with approx 6300' of ascent. Checkpoint sites will be identified by red/white orienteering "kites" on an obvious feature to which a SPORTident timing box will be attached. Punch in the SPORTident box at the Start, Finish, all checkpoints visited and THE DOWNLOAD BOX at the end. You must use a SPORTident dibber to take part in this event. You may use your own dibber if you have one (please fill in its number on the entry form), alternatively we will automatically rent dibbers to those who do not have one. At registration you will also be provided with a full route description and there will be maps on display with the route marked. Failure to follow the prescribed route will result in disqualification. For safety and event monitoring purposes, some of the checkpoints will be manned.
The Start/Finish
Registration opens at 7.15am and closes at 8.30am. Massed start at 9.00am. The finish closes at 7.00pm prompt. There will also be a mid point cut off at 2.00pm. PLEASE DO NOT START without (a) registering and (b) passing the start official and dibbing in the start timing box. Checkpoint closing times will be detailed on the route description sheets.
******The Golden Rule - if you are unable to complete the event you MUST either (a) telephone the organisers or (b) report to the finish with your dibber to save a mountain rescue search party being sent out. A central telephone number will be detailed on your route description******
Results & Awards
Event results will be up on www.darkandwhite.co.uk shortly after the event. An awards presentation will take place on the day at approx 16.00hrs. There will be prizes for the first 3 overall fastest males and females; there will also be some spot/random prizes.
Equipment
As some of this event traverses high/exposed moorland terrain you MUST wear/carry the following items:
Fell running shoes that in the organisers opinion are fully suitable for the type of rough terrain that will be encountered
A waterproof cagoule/jacket (ideally with taped seams)
Hat
Gloves
Compass (preferably a Silva type)
Whistle
Map
A set of walk directions
A Sportident dibber
A sufficient supply of liquid and food to see you through the event.
In the event of an inclement event weather forecast we will insist that all competitors carry/wear full windproof/waterproof body cover.
PLEASE DO NOT SKIMP ON EQUIPMENT - IT IS NOT WORTH IT!!. Marshals will disqualify anyone who in their opinion does not meet the above equipment criteria. NOTE - this applies to ALL competitors!
Refreshments
Free tea, coffee, orange juice and biscuits will be available at some of the checkpoints as well as at the finish. There are plenty of pubs/cafes in nearby Bradwell, Hope & Castleton for additional post event re-fuelling!
Entry & Fees
Individual entries: 12. You must be 18+ to enter the event. Enter on the form below or on-line. If confirmation is required please send an SAE. The closing date for entries is 02/08/10. There may be a number of entries available on the day - you MUST contact the Information Line if you want to enter this way after 02/08/10 - add 2.50 to the cost of each entry. Entry form, plus cheques payable to Dark & White Challenge Events Ltd need to be sent to the address on the form.
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