Essex Winter Midweek Series 2025/26 No.8 - Basildon
2026-02-04
Mid week street event
As well as a stand alone event, the event will also form part of the Essex Winter Midweek Series 2025/26. Points will be awarded based on finishing times adjusted using an age/gender handicap system. Best 6 results from the 10-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.
The event will be run strictly in accordance with published BOF and Government guidance. It is a condition of entry that participants agree to follow the BOF COVID19 Participant Code of Conduct.
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. As the race will take place in the dark, it is recommended to bring a torch/head torch.
This event will be run using MapRun, so please make sure you have the latest version of the software installed on your phone/Garmin watch. Non-competitive manual scoring may be available.
The event will be run strictly in accordance with published BOF and Government guidance. It is a condition of entry that participants agree to follow the BOF COVID19 Participant Code of Conduct.
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. As the race will take place in the dark, it is recommended to bring a torch/head torch.
This event will be run using MapRun, so please make sure you have the latest version of the software installed on your phone/Garmin watch. Non-competitive manual scoring may be available.
Courses
Long Score (60 mins)
Short Score (40 mins)
Long score (60 mins)
Short score (40 mins)
Entry Fees
Senior: £4.00/£5.00
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.
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.
Event Information
Introduction
As well as a stand alone event, the event will also form part of the Essex Winter Midweek Series 2025/26. Points will be awarded based on finishing times adjusted using an age/gender handicap system. Best 6 results from the 10-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.
The event will be run strictly in accordance with published BOF and Government guidance. It is a condition of entry that participants agree to follow the BOF COVID19 Participant Code of Conduct.
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. As the race will take place in the dark, it is recommended to bring a torch/head torch.
This event will be run using MapRun, so please make sure you have the latest version of the software installed on your phone/Garmin watch. Non-competitive manual scoring may be available.
As well as a stand alone event, the event will also form part of the Essex Winter Midweek Series 2025/26. Points will be awarded based on finishing times adjusted using an age/gender handicap system. Best 6 results from the 10-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.
The event will be run strictly in accordance with published BOF and Government guidance. It is a condition of entry that participants agree to follow the BOF COVID19 Participant Code of Conduct.
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. As the race will take place in the dark, it is recommended to bring a torch/head torch.
This event will be run using MapRun, so please make sure you have the latest version of the software installed on your phone/Garmin watch. Non-competitive manual scoring may be available.
Parking
The event starts and finishes at :The Wetherspoons pub, Sigered King of Essex, Unit 8, Eastgate Shopping Centre, 10 E Walk, Basildon SS14 1HG, United Kingdom
PLEASE NOTE PUB IS LOCATED IN A PEDESTRAINISED AREA
What3Words location: splash.vest.most
The nearest large car park is Car Park 2 Cinema & Restaurants in town centre (SS14 1EJ) and is free after 17:00. – Please note charges may apply for anytime runners!
The pub is approximately 0.5km from Basildon Train Station, which is served by C2C trains every 10-15 mins journey time 35-40 mins from London Fenchurch Street. Return trains every half hour until 11.16pm.
The event starts and finishes at :The Wetherspoons pub, Sigered King of Essex, Unit 8, Eastgate Shopping Centre, 10 E Walk, Basildon SS14 1HG, United Kingdom
PLEASE NOTE PUB IS LOCATED IN A PEDESTRAINISED AREA
What3Words location: splash.vest.most
The nearest large car park is Car Park 2 Cinema & Restaurants in town centre (SS14 1EJ) and is free after 17:00. – Please note charges may apply for anytime runners!
The pub is approximately 0.5km from Basildon Train Station, which is served by C2C trains every 10-15 mins journey time 35-40 mins from London Fenchurch Street. Return trains every half hour until 11.16pm.
Times
Start times between 6.30pm and 7.30pm.
Start times between 6.30pm and 7.30pm.
Course Info
One Score course
Two time limits - Long (60 mins), Short (40 mins)
There are 42 controls to located around Basildon. Each is a fire hydrant sign, with some being home made. Controls can be taken in any order, and control weighting is varied, 11-19 being 10 pts up to controls 51-56 being 50pts. (therefore points are equivalent to control value for ease of identification)
Therefore, the top score you could get is 1200 points.
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.
There are time penalties if you return to the finish after your score time limit. You will lose 30 points for every minute, or part minute, you are late back.
One Score course
Two time limits - Long (60 mins), Short (40 mins)
There are 42 controls to located around Basildon. Each is a fire hydrant sign, with some being home made. Controls can be taken in any order, and control weighting is varied, 11-19 being 10 pts up to controls 51-56 being 50pts. (therefore points are equivalent to control value for ease of identification)
Therefore, the top score you could get is 1200 points.
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.
There are time penalties if you return to the finish after your score time limit. You will lose 30 points for every minute, or part minute, you are late back.
Contacts
Organiser/Planner – Chris Prince
Series Coordinator – David Float Email: streeto@orienteering-havoc.co.uk Tel: 07801 216634
Organiser/Planner – Chris Prince
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.
