25/26 SeriesTraleeSun 26 October, 2025
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.
Results
Report
Thanks to everyone who braved the slightly damp conditions on Sunday with particular thanks to Hazel and Joe for coordinating the string course, Alan for technical prep, Andy for registration/download/results, Ross for the extra shelter and Tralee Bay Holidays for permission to use part of their park.
John
Location Info
Near: Benderloch Lat,Lng: 56.4963,-5.4222 OS Grid Ref: NM895391 Postcode: PA37 1QW
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Directions / Parking
There is limited parking opposite the end of the track leading from Tralee straight to the beach.
Otherwise, park in Benderloch, opposite the "Pink Shop" or in the Hall car park, opposite Lochnell Primary School. Either gives the option to walk along Tralee beach or along Tralee straight.
Map / Terrain
Mixed area comprising sand dunes and open grazed grassland, deciduous woodland and a network of paths.
Registration and Start times
Registration is at the end of the track leading from Tralee straight to the beach
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
- String course suitable for toddlers and young families
- Yellow - 1-0 km Uses simple linear features like paths, walls and streams. Mainly used by under 12’s and family groups
- Orange - 1.6 km - Basic use of the compass and route choice. Ideal for novice adults or experienced youngsters
- Short Green - 2.3 km - for experienced orienteers. Physically and technically challenging but shorter than a green
- Short Blue - 3.0 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. (For this event online entries will close at 18.00 on Wednesday 23rd October
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.
Dog restrictions
Dogs are welcome, but please keep under control and clean up after them.
Facilities
None at Tralee. Nearest public toilets in Oban or Taynuilt
Contacts / Officials
Organiser/Planner - John McLuckie info@ecko.org.uk
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