Essex Summer Midweek Series 2026 No.2 - Writtle
Thursday 30th April
Mid week event
Note: This event is on a THURSDAY, not the normal Wednesday
Mid week hybrid event encompassing urban street running and off road running in woods, parks and on footpaths and trails. Based on MapRun, there will be no physical control kites, but all controls will be on street or park furniture, or other identifiable features. This event is a score event.
Courses
Long
Entered: 17
Short
Entered: 6
Entry Fees
Senior: £4.00
Junior: £2.00
Juniors are under 21 on 31st December.£4 Seniors, £2.00 under 21 or students. Additional £1 levy if not a member of BOF, to cover insurance costs.
Golden Ticket available, giving discounted entry to all events in the series.
Junior: £2.00
Juniors are under 21 on 31st December.£4 Seniors, £2.00 under 21 or students. Additional £1 levy if not a member of BOF, to cover insurance costs.
Golden Ticket available, giving discounted entry to all events in the series.
Event Information
Introduction
Note that if you intend to enter all/most of the events in the series then it will be cheaper to buy a Golden Ticket for the series. Details here.
Mid week hybrid event encompassing urban street running and off road running in woods, parks and on footpaths and trails. Based on MapRun, there will be no physical control kites, but all controls will be on street or park furniture, or other identifiable features. This event is score course based.
As well as a stand alone event, the event will also form part of the Essex Summer Midweek Series 2026. Points will be awarded based on finishing times adjusted using an age/gender handicap system. Each missed or incorrect control will incur a 5-minute penalty. Best 6 results from the 8-event series will count. Anytime catch-up for some events available for 2 weeks after the event, subject to an Anytime time penalty, on MapRun. Bonus points for running on the night compared to Anytime. Full results will be emailed via RaceSignUp and published on the SOS and HAVOC websites.
Participation is at your own risk. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Bring clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. As with any street orienteering you are required to cross roads and you are asked to take due care and attention at all times. High visibility clothing is strongly recommended. There may be dog walkers, cyclists or residents on pavements and footpaths – be aware and give them priority. Some roads do not have pavements so take extra care.
Note that if you intend to enter all/most of the events in the series then it will be cheaper to buy a Golden Ticket for the series. Details here.
Mid week hybrid event encompassing urban street running and off road running in woods, parks and on footpaths and trails. Based on MapRun, there will be no physical control kites, but all controls will be on street or park furniture, or other identifiable features. This event is score course based.
As well as a stand alone event, the event will also form part of the Essex Summer Midweek Series 2026. Points will be awarded based on finishing times adjusted using an age/gender handicap system. Each missed or incorrect control will incur a 5-minute penalty. Best 6 results from the 8-event series will count. Anytime catch-up for some events available for 2 weeks after the event, subject to an Anytime time penalty, on MapRun. Bonus points for running on the night compared to Anytime. Full results will be emailed via RaceSignUp and published on the SOS and HAVOC websites.
Participation is at your own risk. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Bring clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. As with any street orienteering you are required to cross roads and you are asked to take due care and attention at all times. High visibility clothing is strongly recommended. There may be dog walkers, cyclists or residents on pavements and footpaths – be aware and give them priority. Some roads do not have pavements so take extra care.
Parking
The event starts and finishes at:
Rose and Crown, Writtle
Address: 57 The Green, Writtle, Chelmsford CM1 3DT
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The pub is located on Writtle green. This is accessible by bus from Chelmsford Rail station (15 min journey, buses every 20 mins, return buses until 21.57).
The pub car park is quite small, so it is advised to park in one of the two larger car parks to the west of the Green.
The event starts and finishes at:
Rose and Crown, Writtle
Address: 57 The Green, Writtle, Chelmsford CM1 3DT
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The pub is located on Writtle green. This is accessible by bus from Chelmsford Rail station (15 min journey, buses every 20 mins, return buses until 21.57).
The pub car park is quite small, so it is advised to park in one of the two larger car parks to the west of the Green.
Times
Start at times between 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Competitors must report to the finish by 9pm.
Start at times between 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Competitors must report to the finish by 9pm.
Course Info
One Score course
Two time limits - Long (60 mins), Short (40 mins)
There are 35 controls to locate around Writtle. Each is a fire hydrant sign, some (two) being homemade. Controls can be taken in any order, and control weighting is varied: 11 to 19 being 10 points, 21 to 29 being 20 points, 31 to 39 being 30 points, and 41 to 49 being 40 points.
For ease of identification points are equivalent to the first digit of each numbered control.
There is a penalty of 30 points per minute or part minute if you are late back over the time limit.
As you are using MapRun then you will not need to record answers on a control card. However, if the app doesn't register your visit then you need to record the lower number on the H sign, or other reference as directed.
One Score course
Two time limits - Long (60 mins), Short (40 mins)
There are 35 controls to locate around Writtle. Each is a fire hydrant sign, some (two) being homemade. Controls can be taken in any order, and control weighting is varied: 11 to 19 being 10 points, 21 to 29 being 20 points, 31 to 39 being 30 points, and 41 to 49 being 40 points.
For ease of identification points are equivalent to the first digit of each numbered control.
There is a penalty of 30 points per minute or part minute if you are late back over the time limit.
As you are using MapRun then you will not need to record answers on a control card. However, if the app doesn't register your visit then you need to record the lower number on the H sign, or other reference as directed.
Contacts
Organiser/Planner – Dale Bennett
Series Coordinator – David Float Email: streeto@orienteering-havoc.co.uk Tel: 07801 216634
Organiser/Planner – Dale Bennett
Series Coordinator – David Float Email: streeto@orienteering-havoc.co.uk Tel: 07801 216634
Facilities
Newcomers welcome. Help and guidance available.
Newcomers welcome. Help and guidance available.
