Allonby
Location & Terrain
Competition
Terrain: Allonby is a coastal village on the Solway Firth. The event will mainly be on the grassy and rough areas behind the beach. There are sandy paths through the narrow strip of rougher ground between grass and beach. There is also a popular shared use cycle / pedestrian path which runs through the area.
Long course will cross the main road to use village areas.
Long 3.6 km – Seniors only please. Juniors can enter Short or Easy.
Short 2.3 km
Easy 1.3 km
Height climb? There are no contours on the map, so we’ll say it’s flat. And it is.
As per British Orienteering rules, Juniors cannot use courses which cross busy roads. Please enter the appropriate course.
Start and Finish are adjacent to car park.
Easy course will follow line features - paths & the back of the beach - and is suitable for beginners. Younger children should be accompanied.
Easy course maps will be handed out at Registration - coaching is encouraged. Please ask if you need help.
Short course is easier than normal evening events, so if you’ve been running Easy, you may like to try Short?
You must register before your run, even though you’ve pre-entered, so we know you’re out there.
Similarly, you must download afterwards, even if you retire, so we know you’re back safe.
Online entries via Racesignup https://racesignup.co.uk/site/event.php?eventid=3345
Practical Info
Registration and Parking will be in the main car park opposite Jack’s Surf Bar;
Postcode: CA15 6PE
Grid Ref: NY 080 426
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If this car park is full, there are alternatives nearby.
Safety
Please take care in the car parks; keep clear of moving vehicles. Ensure children are supervised. The main road through the village, which is often busy, must be treated with caution. Traffic outside the village can be fast moving.
It’ll be going dark so please wear reflective clothing.
Long course runners cross the road 4 times -twice at southern end of area outside 30mph zone. Map has been marked to show this. Please cross road with great care and definitely wear reflective clothing.
There may be cyclists using the area. Some move quickly. Be aware and give way to them.
Please also give way and be courteous to pedestrians, dog walkers, etc. Watch out for extending dog leads!
It will be low water during the event so there should be no hazards from the sea. If weather forecast is bad, check here before travelling.