Hardwick Navigation Festival
Hosted by Derwent Valley Orienteers, use a map and a timing chip to find your way between the checkpoints. You can run or walk, in groups or on your own. There are 5 navigation challenges to suit all ages and abilities!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
This activity is a collaboration with Derwent Valley Orienteers, and is an introduction to navigation generally and the sport of orienteering. It is aimed at visitors looking for a different activity during their visit, and trail runners who need to find their own way across country. Orienteers are welcome to come and have some fun in the park too.
There are five progressive courses, of which you can do as many or as few as you choose (or can manage). They are:
The ‘Get Started’ and ‘Go Further’ courses are printed on a circular map to encourage little hands to ‘set’ it correctly with the ground!
• Get Started. 0.3km, 8 controls, 1:1000 map
• Go Further. 0.5km, 11 controls, 1:1000 map
For families with older children, groups of adults and runners, the next two courses take you out into the parkland and are more challenging:
• Be Bold. 2.9km, 65m climb, 18 controls, Yellow/Orange standard 1:7500 map
• Explore the Park. 3.3m climb, 90m climb, 14 controls, Light Green standard 1:7500 map There is also an all-controls Score course for experienced orienteers:
• Challenge Yourself. Score course, 28 controls 1:7500 map. Tackle the checkpoints in any order!
You can start any time between 11am and 3:00pm, and courses close at 3:30pm. Dogs on leads welcome!
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Booking number
Call N/A
- Accessibility
Accessible car parking spaces can be found towards the front of the car park. An accessible toilet and changing places facility can be found at the Stableyard and additional toilets can be found at the Park Centre location near the kiosk.
- Meeting point
Pick up your trail from the Stableyard, the activity may take place at various locations around the Estate.
- Suitability for children
Children welcome
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the Great British Weather, Bring appropriate drinks and snacks.
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