Venue Whitespots Country Park
Date Sat, 5th Jun 27
Starts 11:00 to 13:00
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Event Description
šLVO are hosting both the NI Sprint Championships and the NI Middle Championships. Any one can take part, but you need to be a current member to be eligible for a NIOA prize
There will be a planned intermission between the two events.
| Date | Saturday 5 June 2027 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Venue | Whitespots Country Park | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Event Format | Northern Ireland Middle Championships | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Online Entry closes | Midnight, Monday 31 May 2027 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Registration, Start and Finish | TBC | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Price (TBC) | Each event can be entered individually, or a discount for both.
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| Terrain Summary | Whitespots is a former lead mining area on the edge of the Clandeboye Estate. Mining ended around 1910 but reminders of the industry can still be seen today in the form of chimneys, mine shafts ā which are all fenced off ā and spoil heaps.
The area consists of forest and open areas with a lot of gorse. The area has an extensive path network due to bike trials being held here. Speed will not be your friend! This area was previously a dumping site so be aware of any pieces of metal / scrap material in the forested area.Ā Further to the north is the Clandeboye Estate which is mostly forested with varying levels of runnability. The area was newly mapped in March 2023.Ā Please note that large areas of ferns have been marked as āopen area with scattered treesā.Ā Crags are not large features but have been mapped and are consistent throughout the area.Ā It is very muddy underfoot and, even if there is a dry spell before the event, wear appropriate footwear for slippery conditions. |
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| Previous Maps/Routegadget | This area was used for NI Colour Series event in November 2023. Routegadget map and courses can be found here:Ā https://www.lvo.routegadget.co.uk/rg2/#524 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Course Notes | If you wish to run competitively you must:
The NI Middle Championships has the following classes (TBC):
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| First Aid and Safety | There will be a first aid and a qualified first aider available at registration. Registration is also a safe place for lost children to wait.
Please do not come to the event if you are unwell. Please bring and carry any medication you might need, especially inhalers and EpiPenās. If you come across an injured or ill person, please stop, help and get further help. There will likely be qualified first aiders on the course who can stop to provide support. All participants must return to download, whether they complete the course or not. This is to account for all competitors, ensuring everyoneās safe return. Courses will close and controls collected in at 3pm sharp. If you are still out on the course at this time return to finish and download immediately. |
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| Kit requirements | Full body cover is mandatory.
A whistle (emergency alert is 6 loud blasts per minute) is mandatory. A waterproof jacket may also be mandatory if the organisers decide the weather requires one, so bring one along just in case. |
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| Parking | The parking will be in the Whitespots Country Park which is signposted from the Newtownards / Bangor dual carriageway ā A21. This park is beside the Somme Centre BT23 7PH. Please park responsibly. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Toilets | Unfortunately there will be no toilets at the park. There are public toilets in Mill St, Newtownards and Abbey St, Bangor. |
Location
Whitespots Country Park
Bangor Road
Newtownards
BT23 7PH
Volunteers
To volunteer at this event please email volunteer@lvo.org.uk. You can find information on each role here as well as the current list of volunteers.