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Everything you need to know

DATE:Saturday 11th October 2025
LOCATION:Corfe Village Hall, Newton Lane, Corfe, Taunton, TA3 7AQ
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TIMINGS:Teams start from 16:00, leaving every 5 minutes. Last team starts at 20:00
ENTRY:Choose between 8 or 15 mile routes
COST:Cost per person - £25 (aged 16 or over); £5 (aged under 16 on date of event)
All we ask is that each team member raises at least £25 in sponsorship, all of which will go to charitable causes

PARKING:Free parking on site. Signage and marshals will direct you to the parking area
Please ensure you car-share where possible to the venue. Ideally, we suggest no more than two cars per team please
ROUTES:All routes start from event HQ, Corfe Village Hall. We aim to get your team out on the route within 15 minutes of the start time you request when entering
You will walk in the twilight and darkness through the fabulous countryside, making great memories and answering questions as you navigate the route
No routes pass though private homes, so please do not climb gates or fences, or shine torches into properties!!!
REGISTRATION:Registration is through this link: Entries close on 4th October 2025 

You will be asked as part of the online registration to confirm that you have read and comply with the requirements in this‘Everything you need to know’ guideWhere the participant is under 18 years of age at the date of registration, a responsible adult must be nominated and must ensure that the entrant complies with the requirements of the event
REFRESHMENTS:Refreshments will be available during and after your walk, at the checkpoints en-route and at event HQ
BRIEFING:On the day, please arrive at event HQ at least 30 minutes prior to your start time and report to the Welcome Team. All teams will receive a Safety Briefing prior to their start time. It is a requirement of taking part that all teams MUST comply with the terms of this Safety Briefing
SAFETY:As part of the Safety Briefing we will check that you have all of the required items specified in the Kit list (see below). No team will be able to start if anything is missing
You will be issued with a Team Tracker, which MUST be carried at all times. This is how we know you are safe and accounted for!
Our search and rescue team, Raynet, and qualified medical professionals, including an ambulance, will be present throughout the event
In the unlikely event of a serious accident or incident, call 999 and contact event HQ using the number on the route instructions which will be issued to you at the start of the challenge
For minor incidents or injuries, please contact event HQ using the contact number on the route instructions
CHECKPOINTS:There are a number of checkpoints en-route. You MUST check-in at each checkpoint, and will be told when to continue
DOGS & ANIMALS:Regrettably no animals are permitted at event HQ or to accompany participants (with the exception of Assistance Dogs)Similarly, no animals should be left in vehicles whilst you take part in this event

ABILITY:This event is intended to be a test of your navigation and walking abilities. It is not a race! The routes are not way-marked, although clear written route instructions will be given to help you find your way
All entrants should be confident that they are able to walk the distance of the route they have chosen. If you have any questions please contact us at moc.liamg%40vtcrrekarnoom
Entrants should be proficient with the use of a map and compass. Whilst a mobile phone may be helpful, it should not be relied upon as a sole means of navigation

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EQUIPMENT:

Mandatory kit per team: - OS Explorer Maps 128 (Taunton & Blackdown Hills)- Compass - as several directions are dependent on compass bearings, you may be asked to demonstrate capability- Mobile phone(s) are permitted for emergency use only, not for directional use, as not considered reliable enough- Whistle, in the event of an emergency only- First aid kit, for minor emergencies- Pens/pencils to complete the Quiz Challenge Questionnaire Answer Sheet- At check-in your Team Leader will be issued with a reflective jacket, carrying the team number, to be worn by one team member at all times
Optional kit per team:- If you have a battery pack for your mobile phone, charge it up and bring it with you

Mandatory kit per individual walker:  - Reflective clothing - Hi-Vis Tabard, Coat or Jacket- Appropriate clothing and footwear for the terrain (which includes cross-country footpaths and bridleways) and weather conditions- Torch plus spare battery
Water and food:Please bring plenty of fluidsAlthough there will be water and refreshments available at checkpoints, we ask that you come prepared and self-sufficient for the conditions


HEADQUARTERS - REFRESHMENTS: On arrival at the start and finish point, which is also half-way for those on the long route, you will be greeted with a smile and nice brew, or soup courtesy of our friends at Mr Miles, served by the team from Inner Wheel
TRANSPORT: Free transport back to event HQ is provided for any entrant who is unable to complete the route
TOILETS: There will be toilets available at the start and finish point of your route
WEATHER:  October can be a challenging time for weather conditions. Please make sure you are appropriately equipped for the conditions at the time of the event
Should the weather conditions not be appropriate for the event to start, you will be contacted via email
PHOTOGRAPHS:There will be photographers at the event, at various locations around the route. Any photographs taken may be used in future by Taunton Vale Rotary Club for publicity or promotional purposes. If you are not willing please inform us directly by email to moc.liamg%40vtcrrekarnoom
FINISH:Please make sure you register your return at the end of the walk. Here you will receive your Completers Medal
POLICIES:Whilst taking part in the event, all participants are expected to adhere to The Countryside Code, also be 'tick aware'
Details of how we use your personal data can be seen in our Moonraker Privacy Policy
In the unlikely event of having to cancel, our Cancellation Policy can be seen here

GET IN TOUCH:Our aim is for people to get together and have fun outdoors, whilst at the same time supporting some great charitable causes!!
Please do get in touch with any questions or suggestions – we’d love to hear from you
Email us at moc.liamg%40vtcrrekarnoom

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