BurratorSun 13 Apr

Local level event

What does this mean?

Local events are usually low key and in the 'localised' area, ideal for newcomers to try the sport and Training events are non competitive and used for training and coaching, aimed at members of the club, but they can attract people from neighbouring clubs, and are often ideal for newcomers to try the sport. Regional events attract participants from around the local Region, National events are high quality competitions that will attract people from far away, Major events are Major Events such as a British Championships. Virtual events are where there are no physical controls being used. Your presence at a control is registered using an App on your mobile phone, normally the free MapRun6 App.

Terrain type: Woodland

Last updated: Fri 14 March, 2025

Overview

Mainly mature conifer forest some on crag and boulder strewn steep slopes, divided by dry stone walls and earth banks, with a network of forestry tracks. There is open scrubland interspersed with marshy wet areas and streams.

An arboretum area has a network of paths including board walks

The shorter routes run on tracks in the arboretum.

Results

We plan to upload live results during the event to: Live results link
But sometimes things happen and it may not be possible.

Location Info

Near: Tavistock
Lat,Lng: 50.50665,-4.02082
OS Grid Ref: SX554686
Postcode: PL20 6PF
What3Words: //rumbles.challenge.chef

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Directions / Parking

West of Burrator Arboretum.

Signposted from Norsworthy Bridge. Start is 400m from Norsworthy Bridge.

Parking is in public car parks at Norsworthy Bridge or the Arboretum to the south, otherwise by the side of the road that runs around the reservoir.

We will marshall this from Norsworthy Bridge, but please only park on one side of road or off road areas to allow other users a clear route. We have no control of parking, and will be sharing with the public. If it is a sunny day then space will quickly become tight. Please look to car share, or park further away and lift share or cycle.

Map / Terrain

This event’s map has been updated from previous editions to 1:7.500.

NB it is NOT georeferenced accurately. The centre is OK, but the further E & W you go the less it fits. THIS WILL NOT AFFECT YOUR NAVIGATION in the field, but GPS tracking on e.g. Routegadget will not be accurate.
Tracks and paths have been updated, though there may be extra mountain bike trails.
Vegetation has only been slightly updated. In the central area there are blocks of clearing with ‘log hedges’ best not entered. These have not been mapped accurately but have a non-IOF symbol of light yellow with horizontal green dashes to help you identify which path you are on. As this is an ongoing clearance scheme new areas may have appeared since February.
Knolls and rootstocks from the old map may or may not appear. Similarly new ones may not have been mapped.
Out of Bounds: The reservoir perimeter road and open moorland is OOB for competitors.
Use designated crossing points: All competitors must use designated gates which may be locked and require straddling.

Course Information

Course	Length (km)	Climb (m)	Controls
Brown	6.9	275	24
Blue	5.9	210	22
Green	4.8	140	18
Short Green	3.8	100	16
Light Green	3.1	95	13
Orange	2.1	25	12
Yellow	1.7	20	12

This event will use the SportIdent electronic system. Control stations will be enabled for touch free punching (SIAC) but competitors will need to punch the start and finish control. All control sites will have a backup system in the event of control failure.

Entry Details

Entry on Racesignup until 6th April 2025
Entries after this time according to map availability.
BOF members fees: £10 seniors, £5 novice, £3 juniors and students. Novice £5. Group £6 (2 maps). Dibber charge £1.
Entry fee after 6th April plus £1 - whilst maps are available.

Entry fee for non BOF members plus £2.

Registration and Start times

Registration 1000 - 1215
Course starts 1030 - 1230
Course closes 1430

Facilities

Due to the restricted space and this being a local event, we are not providing an event toilet.

There are free public toilets at the dam (What3words: ///destined.compelled.airlines). Alternatively use toilets in Yelverton or Tavistock on the way to the event

Dog restrictions

Dogs not allowed on course. Allowed on leads in registration area.

Contacts / Officials

Organiser: Tom Lewis email hidden; JavaScript is required Tel: 07938764579

Planner: Steve Edmonds

Nearest A&E Hospital

Derriford Hospital PL6 8DH
NHS Urgent care search

Safety Notes

Full leg covering is required. Check for tick bites after the event.

In the event of inclement weather, suitable protection eg cagoule, must be carried or worn, and will be checked. Signs will be displayed at registration.

Devon Orienteering Club operates a “No Whistle No Go” policy. These will be checked at the start.

All runners must be aware that Orienteering can be hazardous, and they compete at own risk.

Safety bearing - walk west to track that runs around the reservoir.

Dartmoor Ponies: there are ponies on the area, they are not considered dangerous and can be unfriendly, please try to avoid them and give them a wide birth.
Other users of this area: Competitors are asked to respect other users of the area, cyclists, families and dog walkers’

Miscellaneous

With thanks to South West Lakes Trust for permission.