2025/26 SeriesCreag Mhic ChallieanSun 26 April, 2026
Local level event
Explanation of Event levels
Local events are usually low key and in the 'localised' area, ideal for newcomers to try the sport and Activities 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. 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.
Location Info
Near: Connel Lat,Lng: 56.4468,-5.3301 OS Grid Ref: NM948333 Postcode: PA371PR
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Directions / Parking
From Oban: Take the farm track west just before the Achnacloich railway bridge. Continue under the railway and up the hill into the farm yard.
From Taynuilt: Take the farm track west just after the Achnacloich railway bridge.
Registration and Start times
Starts from 11.00 to 12.00.
If you would like some coaching and introduction to orienteering technique, please come for 10.00hrs.
Course Information
Range of courses to suit all
Yellow - 1-2Km Uses simple linear features like paths, walls and streams. Mainly used by under 12’s and family groups
Orange - 2-3Km - Basic use of the compass and route choice. Ideal for novice adults or experienced youngsters
Short Green - 3-4Km -for experienced orienteers. Physically and technically challenging but shorter than a green
Blue - 4-6 Km- for experienced orienteers. Physically and technically challenging but longer than a green
Entry Details
Juniors/students : £4
Seniors (members) : £6
Seniors (non members of Scottish Orienteering or British Orienteering) : £7
We very much prefer online entry and payment of entry fees.
Please email info@ecko.org.uk with the following details for each competitor:
- Name
- Club
- Age Group (M14, W35 etc; or give year of birth)
- Dibber number (we will allocate a club dibber for those who don't have their own).
- Payment method (bank transfer or cash)
Bank details:
Account name: Loch Eck Orienteers
Sort code: 87-43-62
Account number: 75376768
Entry on the day is possible, but we print only a few extra maps.