Club training – spring/summer 2021
As we come out of lockdown, British Orienteering guidance allows us to start up our summer training schedule. This year, we’ll be keeping it to club members only so that we can manage the social distancing. We hope to start some ‘introduction to orienteering’ sessions later in the year, so watch this space for more… Read More »Club training – spring/summer 2021
Shoal Hill colour coded race 25th April
We’re back! With the easing of lockdown due in the next few weeks, we have re-arranged the delayed Shoal Hill colour coded race for Sunday 25th April. The event will be pre-entry only (no entry on the day) on Fabian4 – entries are now full. Initial details here: Shoal Hill 25 April 2021 NEW! Final… Read More »Shoal Hill colour coded race 25th April
2020 Night-O series results
The last night-O of the year was held in Etchinghill, Rugeley last Thursday, and concludes the 2020 season. Somewhat different to usual of course, with the first half (until early March) as standard night-O, then the 2nd half was adapted to use the MapRunF app. It was close amongst the top 4, but Ray is… Read More »2020 Night-O series results
Mungo Bone Handicap 2020 Results
This year’s Mungo Bone Handicap Race was held over the space of a week, with runners putting in their times using the MapRunF phone app. It wasn’t quite the wettest underfoot conditions but not far off it.Congratulations to John Robinson for securing victory over all-comers. Top lady, and just behind John was Sue Garside. Fastest… Read More »Mungo Bone Handicap 2020 Results
Mungo Bone (Virtual) Handicap Race 2020
The Mungo Bone is our annual club handicap run that normally takes place on the Saturday before Christmas. As you will have guessed the Mungo Bone will not be happening this year, at least not in the usual way. In 2020 the race will be a MapRun event, the same as the summer handicap. Full… Read More »Mungo Bone (Virtual) Handicap Race 2020
Shoal Hill Race postponed
Unfortunately, we have decided that we should postpone the Shoal Hill race that was due to take place on 13th December. This is due to the area currently being in a level 3 tier area and today’s British Orienteering guidance which states that “People are advised not to travel into or out of tier 3… Read More »Shoal Hill Race postponed
Wendy Billing
It is with sadness that we report the death of ex Walton Chaser Wendy Billing (nee Lightfoot) at the far too young age of 57. Wendy started orienteering with Chasers as a junior, and continued at a high national and international level in the sport throughout her life with her local club, South Yorkshire Orienteers. … Read More »Wendy Billing