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Broomfield Hill

JOG 2

Sat 28 Sept

Near: Kingston St Mary
Level of event: Activity

Type of event: Training, Juniors

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Another nice hilltop location this week, this time with wide ranging views

Review of last JOG here, October 2018

Broomfield Hill's long horned cattle

Broomfield Hill's long horned cattle
Credit: 'Sarah', Flikr

JOG training Series Info

Our Junior Orienteering Group (JOG) runs during term-times holding low-key weekly events aimed at juniors, families and all those looking to improve or to train.

Fixtures - Spring 2020 term

What happens at JOG

Juniors home page

If you'd like to help another improve, or would like more help yourself, then why not buddy up? Read more about our buddying scheme and fill in the questionairre to help us identify your needs.

Series Contacts

Series organisers: Judy & Roger Craddock 01823 323850 jandr.craddock@gmail.com

Code of Conduct

Please make sure you have read and comply with the Participant Code Of Conduct and Parent Code Of Conduct.

Directions / Parking

Parking is on the road alongside the wood to which you are heading.

Parking can be tight, so aim to get there in plenty of time.


Course Information

JOG courses explained

Cater from beginners through to a good club standard. We call the courses Hare, Squirrel, Badger and Fox and these offer a clear progression in the difficulty level. Fox course incorporates adult training exercises.

Entry Details

£1 per head for everyone (whether a member or not).

Second runs are an additional £1.

Registration form- please download & fill in before you arrive:

Download form here

Non-members, you are more than welcome to join the club at any time - read about joining QO here.

Registration & Start Times

Courses open at 2pm and close at 3pm. Please try to arrive before 2.30pm for your run. We will start bringing controls in at 3.30pm so if you are still out, please make your way back to registration.

Help required

Pete Shirvington has planned the courses, he won’t be there at the end as he’s going to the Caddihoe Chase so if you are not rushing away perhaps you could help to collect in a few controls at the end?

Gear

Make sure you wear full leg and arm cover to keep the ticks away.

Attractions & facilities nearby

Fyne Court NT is open dawn to dusk, has free admission and toilets and a tea room open till 3pm.

Always check times on their websites before travelling though.

Contacts / Officials

Planner: Pete Shirvington

Photo Gallery

Path, to W of Broomfield Hill

Path, to W of Broomfield Hill
Credit: Ken Grainger

Joggers Up A Tree At Broomfield Hill

Joggers Up A Tree At Broomfield Hill

trig point on Broomfield Hill

trig point on Broomfield Hill
Credit: Ken Grainger

Important Event Information

Safety and Risk: A comprehensive risk assessment will have been carried out by the organiser, but participants take part at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety during the event. All participants must report to download whether they finish their course or not.

Privacy: when participating in our events/activities your name may appear in the results section of this website or in newspaper reports. Read our data protection page to see how we look after your personal data.

Photography: QO has an agreed policy on the taking of photographs at events, based on national guidance. This provides a sensible balance between the benefits and risks associated with the taking and use of images. If you are unsure about acceptable practice, please speak to the event organiser.

Safeguarding: QO is aware of it's responsibilities in safeguarding and child protection. To comply with The Child Safeguarding Practice Review and Relevant Agency (England) Regulations 2018, we now provide an email address for individuals to report concerns to the Lead Safeguarding Officer. This address is safeguarding@britishorienteering.org.uk.