Cumbrian Galoppen - Eskdale Classic (Dalegarth)

calendar_today Sunday, May 14, 2017
groups WCOC
C Galoppen Route Gadget available

Location & Terrain

LocationEskdale Green
Grid ReferenceNY152001
TerrainOpen fell with complex contour detail
Map1:10,000, 5m contours

Competition

Registration Times10:00 - 12:00
Start Times10:30 - 12:30
Courses Close14:30
CoursesYellow to Brown
Punching SystemSI

Practical Info

FacilitiesToilets: These will be available at the registration only using the campsite facilities. WCOC Juniors: A cake and refreshments stall will be available near the registration caravan on both days. They will be fundraising for junior activities including the legendary Norwegian coaching trip they undertake every two years. Please support them, they are the future.
Parking Information

Parking for both days is on the Fisherground campsite. You are encouraged to car share if you are not camping. There will be a charge of £4 each day (not applicable to anyone already camping). Once you arrive at the campsite, please follow the directions of the marshals. The parking area can accommodate small minibuses.

Additional Notes

Final details v3 available below - course lengths for Day 2 now included & parking charge amended.

For full details - click here

Safety: Competitors take part at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety. Whistles are compulsory and there will be a whistle check before the start. NO WHISTLE NO GO. In the event of bad weather a hooded waterproof top, hat and gloves may be compulsory. You will be advised at registration if this is the case. The event is in May and out on the open fell - it can still be very cold and wet. Come prepared.

Full leg cover is required. The area is grazed by sheep, so check afterwards for ticks.

First Aid on both days will be available at registration/enquiries/download (all one place)

 

2017 Cumbrian Galoppen Series.
Best 5 scores give your total for the year – the top 5 competitors from each club go forward to the final count. Can we regain the Trophy this year!?

05/03/2017         Faulds Brow (BL)
09/04/2017         Barrow Fell (LOC)
13/05/2017         Eskdale Middle, Blea Tarn (WCOC)

14/05/2017         Eskdale Classic,Dalegarth (WCOC)
04/06/2017         Yewdale (LOC)
16/07/2017         Threlkeld Knotts (WCOC)
03/09/2017         Cockup (WCOC)
29/10/2017         Grizedale North (LOC)
26/11/2017         Bleaberry Fell (WCOC

Officials

PlannerJohn Bacon
ControllerChris Emerson
OrganiserAnn and Richard Cummings
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