The Irregular Black Brook

Saturday 30^th October 2010

BWF Approval Number: 104 / E2 / 10

Up to 23 miles, exploring the Black Brook valley, a narrow steep sided tributary of the river Calder, which runs from Scammonden Dam, north to the village of Westvale between Halifax and Elland. This is a relatively unexplored area of the country with regards to challenge events. The walk begins at the village hall in the village of Sowood, and comprises three loops of 12, 6, and 5 miles.

Sowood Village Hall, (GR SE 079185). Near Outlane, West Yorkshire.
(Sowood can be found by leaving the M62 at junction 23 or 24. Follow A640 west to Outlane. Then follow signs to Stainland (B6112). After ½ mile, you will see the hall on the right.

To walk as many different loops of the route as you wish. Loops are 12 miles, 6 miles and 4 miles. (20k, 10k or 6k)
Entry includes tea / toast at registration, cold drinks and snacks at checkpoint, substantial refreshments between loops, meal and drinks at finish, badge and certificate.

Entry Fee:

£7.00 / on the day £9.00. (Children under 16 accompanied by an adult are welcome, and entry is free of charge).
Cheques payable to “The Irregulars LDWA”. Please send SAE for confirmation of entry.
Send to:  John Williams, 23 Barnstone Vale, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4TJ.
Telephone: 01942 781718.

This is a Quadrathon event. Completion of all four of the annual Irregular events will enable participants to qualify for a free commemorative badge. The events are: The New Hangover (January), The Marsden Moors Meander (August), The Irregular Black Brook (October), and the Regular Irregular (December).

Those participants, who retire from the event, must do so at a checkpoint. Marshalls have the right to withdraw participants if their fitness is in doubt, or if they are behind schedule. 

The Irregular Black Brook 2010

I agree to abide by the rules of the event, and to observe the Country Code at all times. I have sufficient knowledge, experience, equipment and navigational skills to take part in a long distance challenge walk in all conditions. I confirm that I am in good health, and have no medical conditions that may cause undue concern or inconvenience to others. I confirm that I participate at my own risk, and that no liability is accepted by the organisers for any injury, damage or loss sustained by me during the event. I will be over the age of 18 on the day of the event. I understand particular rules may apply to entrants taking part in this event, and I understand to make myself aware of these rules before I start.

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