Boo TarnWed 20 May
Spring Series 4
Local level event
What does this mean?
Local events are usually low key and in the 'localised' area, ideal for newcomers to try the sport and Training events are non competitive and used for training and coaching, aimed at members of the club, but they can attract people from neighbouring clubs, and are often ideal for newcomers to try the sport. Regional events attract participants from around the local Region, National events are high quality competitions that will attract people from far away, Major events are Major Events such as a British Championships.
Terrain type: Fell
Overview
An open upland area on the side of Coniston Old Man, overlooking Coniston town, and lying entirely above the 250 m contour. Great views over Coniston Water in fine weather.
Location Info
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Near: Coniston Lat,Lng: 54.3636,-3.0962 Postcode: LA21 8HQ
The pins on the maps show the location of the parking, the start may be some distance away
Open an interactive map in: GoogleMap - OpenStreetMap - AppleMaps - BingMap
Directions / Parking
Parking in the Pay and Display car park on the Walna Scar Road, reached by a steep single track road from Coniston, starting from near the Sun Hotel. The charge is £7 for 4 hours. Car sharing strongly recommended.
Sun Hotel (LA21 8HQ)
Map / Terrain
The area consists entirely of open fell land, divided in two by the Walna Scar Road. The section to the south and east of the road is relatively flat, with marshy areas and numerous footpaths (not all mapped). To the north and west there is a steeper hillside with many rock features and intricate contour detail. The yellow and orange courses will stay entirely on the lower area south and east of the road, while the technical courses will make full use of the hillside above.
Any competitors retiring from the technical courses should try to use either the road leading to the Bursting Stone Quarry or the footpath to the west of it, or return via the start. Descending at other points could potentially lead to difficult ground.
Full leg cover isn’t compulsory, unless the weather is bad.
The whole area is exposed and if the weather is bad, you may be required to carry a hooded waterproof jacket, and potentially hat, gloves and waterproof trousers. You should bring these to the event and notices will be displayed in the car park.
You must carry a whistle.
Scale 1: 7,500 and 5 m contours.
Map last updated in year 2025.
The map will be size A4 and printed on waterproof paper.
Distance to high start 1.0 km and 130 m climb
Distance to low start 300 m and no climb
Distance from finish to download 200 m
Course closing time 7.30 pm
Course Information
Long 4.0 km 190 m climb 17 controls High Start
Short 2.6 km 145 m climb 16 controls High Start
Orange 2.3 km 105 m climb 10 controls Low Start
Yellow 2.0 km 65 m 11 controls Low Start
Entry Details
Online entries are available via SiEntries. Online entry will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May, some entry on the day will also be available.
Fees for online entry:
- £6 for seniors who are members of either British Orienteering (BO) or LOC
- £7 for seniors who are not members of either BO or LOC
- £4 for juniors and Full-Time students
- Free for LOC Juniors
Fees for entry on the day (Cash only & correct change please):
- £7 for seniors who are members of either BO or LOC
- £8 for seniors who are not members of either BO or LOC
- £4 for juniors and full-time students
- Free for LOC Juniors
If entering on the day, cash only and the correct change would be very much appreciated please!
Registration and Start times
Registration from 5pm
Starts from 5.30 to 6.30pm
Earlier starts may be possible if everything is ready.
Courses close 7.30pm
SI cards (dibbers) and compasses will be available for those who do not have them.
Facilities
No toilets (nearest in Coniston)
Dog restrictions
No dogs on courses
Contacts / Officials
Series: Alan Heppenstall
Planner: Alan Heppenstall and Jenni Hutchinson
Safety: Rachael Stavert