MLN Albemarle Barracks

Event overview

The event is an orienteering meeting held on an active Ministry of Defence base at Albemarle Barracks. It is the second event of the MLN 25-26 league. Entry fees are listed as Civilian £6.00 and Military £5.00; late entries carry a £1 supplement. Civilian entrants must provide vehicle details at registration and must present valid photo ID. Only those entered in the competition may enter the base. Civilian entrants not known to league staff may have their entry cancelled and refunded.

Courses

• Blue 6.1 km, 35 m climb, 30 controls - long, technically difficult, pictorial descriptions, butterfly loops. Entry limit 80. Entered: 14
• Red 4.2 km, 25 m climb, 21 controls - long, technically easy, textural descriptions. Entry limit 60. Entered: 3
• Light Green 3.2 km, 15 m climb, 16 controls - medium distance, loose pictorial and textural descriptions. Entry limit 60. Entered: 5
• Short Green 2.6 km, 20 m climb, 16 controls - shorter medium distance, pictorial descriptions. Entry limit 60. Entered: 5

Access, facilities and equipment

Nearest postcode is NE15 0RG; entrance given by what3words chucked.equity.adults. The map is 1:4,000 scale, 2.5 m contours, printed on waterproof paper and updated for this event. The electronic punching system is EMIT Emitag Touch Free with a wrist strap chip; lost tags are charged at £75. Toilets are available at reception. Dogs are allowed in the parking area but not on the competition area. Coaching is available for up to 20 military participants for a small fee. Results with splits will be emailed to competitors after the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.