Lee QuarrySun 29 March, 2026
Local level event
Explanation of Event levels
- Training events are non competitive events 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.
- Local events are usually low key and in the 'localised' area, ideal for newcomers to try the sport. Most clubs run some 'mini series' throughout the year as local mid week events.
- 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 or the annual JK competition.
This is a Local morning event with starts from 10:30.
Location Info
Near: Bacup Lat,Lng: 53.68849,-2.20628 OS Grid Ref: SD860206 Postcode: OL13 0DD
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Directions / Parking
From the A681 (from Rawtenstall or Todmorden) or A671 (from Rochdale) turn on to New Line road.
Parking will NOT be in Stubbylee Park.
There is ample parking in Park Road (OL13 0BZ or What3Words: accordion.offices.certainly) and the industrial estate access road that has a T-junction with Park Road. Both roads are wide. A marshal will direct you.
Do not park on New Line as this is a very busy road.
From your parking location walk along New Line eastwards for 150m to the main park entrance. The park entrance opposite the Park Road junction is out of bounds to orienteers. Take care crossing New Line. Children must be accompanied.
Once in Stubbylee Park follow the access road, Toilet facilities are on your right in the little brick building.
Dibber collection / Download location will be in the park – location TBC
The start is 1km walk (with 69m of climb) from the park. Follow tapes and signage. Allow 15-20 minutes.
Finish will be located in the park near the play area / bandstand.
Map / Terrain
All courses will start at Lee Quarry and finish in the parks.
Lee Quarry is very technical, with some fiendish navigation due to the multitude of contour detail and black features. It also boasts a network of mountain bike trails. Off-piste, the area is either very runnable, or impossibly slow through boulder fields.
The parks on the other hand provide fast terrain, ideal for snappy urban style orienteering. There is a good path network and some hidden gems!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be aware of the LCC warning signage around Lee Quarry regarding land slippage. We have seen these signs and assessed the area — they do not affect any of our planned routes or participant safety, but we ask everyone to take note of the warnings and follow any posted guidance.
There is also a locked farm gate located above the farm. The farmer has asked that this gate is not used. This will not affect participants, as there is only one control in this area and using this gate would significantly increase the route length across the field. Further details of this at the start.
Registration and Start times
Starts: from 11:00 to 12:30pm
Course close: 14:00.
Course Information
Provisional course details.
| Course: | Length: | Climb: | Controls: | Technical difficulty: |
| Green | 4.4 km | 110 m | TBC | TD5: Very difficult. |
| Red | 5.1 km | 130 m | TBC | TD3: Moderately difficult, long. |
| Orange | 3.5 km | 55 m | TBC | TD3: Moderately difficult. |
| Yellow | 2.8 km | 50 m | TBC | TD2: Short and easy. |
Entry Details
Registration: ALL entries must be made through SiEntries. There will be no EOD.
When entering please choose a start block (15 minute window). Please choose an early start time if you anticipate being out for a long time.
If you are entering as a pair (or small group), it is only necessary to register one lead name, pay for one entry and hire one dibber, if required.
Entries will close on Saturday 28th March, but entries made on or after 26th March will be subject to map availability and will be at a higher price.
Dibber hire: If you do not possess a dibber** (SI-card) you must book and pay £1 when entering on-line.
Your hired dibber can only be picked up at the Event Centre.
[**Note: £40 charge if dibber is lost or broken during the hire period.]
Entry fees for BOF-members:
| Senior (26+) | Young Adult (21-25) | Junior (U21) | |
| Up to 25/03/2026 | £7.00 | £5.00 | £3.00 |
| From 26/03/2026 | £9.00 | £6.00 | £4.00 |
Entry fees for non-members:
| Senior (26+) | Young Adult (21-25) | Junior (U21) | |
| Up to25/03/2026 | £8.00 | £5.50 | £3.00 |
| From 26/03/2026 | £10.00 | £6.50 | £4.00 |
Dog restrictions
No dogs.
Facilities
TBC
Miscellaneous
Insurance: From 1st January 2026, participants who are not members of British Orienteering will no longer be covered by British Orienteering’s public liability insurance. By entering any event from 1st January 2026, you acknowledge that you are taking part at your own risk. For example, if you were to accidentally injure a member of the public or damage property during the event, you would not be covered. British Orienteering’s public liability insurance used to cover non-members at events before this date.
General enquiries:
BOF event: 87375
Contacts / Officials
Planner: Danny Allen PFO
Organiser: Hannah Dabinett PFO