Essex Summer Midweek Series 2026 No.4 - Aveley/Belhus

Wed 27th May 2026

Type of event: Local
Type of terrain: Parkland, Urban
League: HAVOC/SOS

Information updated: 25th May

Info

Event 4 of the Summer 2026 midweek series

The event will form part of the Essex Summer 2026 Midweek Series.  Points will be awarded based on final score adjusted using an age/gender handicap system.  Best 6 results from the 8-event series will count for the league leaderboard.  Anytime catch-up for some events available for 2 weeks after the event, subject to an Anytime time penalty, on MapRun.  Bonus points for running on the night compared to Anytime.  Full results will be emailed via RaceSignUp and published on the SOS and HAVOC websites.

The event will be run strictly in accordance with published BOF and Government guidance.  It is a condition of entry that participants agree to follow the BOF COVID19 Participant Code of Conduct.

Participation is at your own risk.  Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Bring clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions.  As with any street orienteering you are required to cross roads and you are asked to take due care and attention at all times.  High visibility clothing is strongly recommended. There may be dog walkers, cyclists or residents on pavements and footpaths – be aware and give them priority.  Some roads do not have pavements so take extra care.  

Note: BOF insurance rules changed on 1st Jan 2026, so non members will no longer be covered by BOF public liability insurance.  Details here.

Post race: 

Sir Henry's
Romford Road, Aveley, Essex
​RM15 4XB
 

Location

Location map

Nearest town: Aveley

Directions / Parking

The event starts and finishes at: Sir Henry's
Address: Romford Road, Aveley, Essex. RM15 4XB

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Registration and map collection will be in the beer garden.

Sir Henry’s is accessible by no. 22 bus, from Purfleet station (13 min journey, depart 18.19, alight at Usk Road, then 6 min walk) or from South Ockendon station (walk to Gatehope Drive, 8 min bus to Usk road, then 6 min walk).  Return buses only to South Ockendon, every hour from Usk road until 22.56.   

Sir Henry’s has a free car park if you are driving to the event.

Start/finish area is 100m across the road from the pub.   2 minute walk away from the pub car park.  Follow the ticker tape and signs -  turn right out of the pub, walk 30m then cross the road at the pedestrian crossing point.  Turn right and walk along the footpath for 40m.  Turn left taking the footpath cut through to Belhus Chase.

Facilities

Shelter and Toilets will be available at Sir Henry’s ahead of the event. 

If you want food at Sir Henry’s, the kitchen closes at 9pm.

Newcomers welcome. Help and guidance available.

Terrain Description

Map: OOM urban  

Controls will mostly be fire hydrants; some will be home made signs, or other pieces of street furniture. If MapRun fails, you need to record the lower number on fire hydrants, or otherwise as indicated.

Registration & Start Times

Start at times between 6.30pm and 7.30pm.  Competitors must report to the finish by 9pm. 

Course Information

Two line courses:

Long course: 24 controls - 7.3km

A4 double sided map. 1:10000 both sides. OOMap and standard IOF forest map.

Short course: 12 controls - 3.8km

A4 double sided map.  1:10000 IOF forest map and 1:7500 OOMap.

Full leg covering is advised as the woods has patches of stinging nettles.

Controls should be taken in order, as shown by the line on the map.

As you are using MapRun then you will not need to record answers on a control card. However, if the app doesn't register your visit then you need to record the lower number on the H sign, or other reference as directed.

Entry Details

On Racesignup

£4 Seniors, £2.00 under 21 or students.  Additional £1 levy if not a member of BOF, to cover insurace costs.  

We are going to run this event using the MapRun software.  Therefore, please use a smartphone (or Garmin watch) and ensure you have latest version of MapRun installed and the course is downloaded to your phone/watch before you arrive.  No competitive scoring is available manually, but you are still welcome to run without using MapRun, and manaual scoring/timing will be used.   This will be non-competitive.

Note: All competitors will still recieve a paper map - no need to squint at your phone to see the route!

Details of how to obtain a copy of the app and how it works can be found here. 

There is also a HAVOC user guide on the HAVOC website.

Download the course onto the app by clicking on ‘Select Event', in the app, and following the menu path UK > Essex

The courses are:

Belhus Summer Score 2026 Long

Belhus Summer Score 2026 Short

The course map will not be visible on your phone until you receive the PIN number at Registration on the night. (Note – you do not need the PIN number to run using a Garmin watch).  There are no written answers required with MapRun and your result will be automatically downloaded when you finish. The full procedure will be explained at Registration.  Please ensure you notify the organiser that you have finished, so that safety checks can be completed.

If you are really unable to use MapRun, you are still welcome to take part by completing the control sheet with pen or pencil but be aware that this is a much slower method, and your score will be non-competitive. With this approach, timing will be manually by a traditional clock, and written answers will be checked by the planner.

Contacts / Officials

Organiser/Planner –  Seb Parris. 07739 016267

Series Coordinator – David Float   Email: Tel: 07801 216634

Safety and Risk

A comprehensive risk assessment will have been carried out by the organiser, but participants take part at their own risk and are responsible for their own safety during the event.

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