Jan Kjellström
International Festival
of Orienteering 2027
South East
26th March - 29th March
South East 26th March - 29th March

Middle Distance Races ⬥ Saturday 27th March 2027

Ambersham Common

 

Overview

Ambersham Common consists of mix of woodland and heathland with patches of wetland. Fast running and areas of contour complexity make for an ideal Middle race venue. Amongst other events it was previously used for the JK Middle Race in 2017.

Location

Ambersham Common is situated approximately 2 km east of Midhust in Sussex

The entrance to the lane leading to the event car park is off of Selham Road, Midhurst

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Travel

By Car

All vehicles must approach from Midhurst to minimise interaction with competitors walking to the start.
 

By Train

There is no convenient railway station for Ambersham Common

Embargo

The embargoed area may be seen on the map here

Finish

This will be in the Arena and is the same for all courses. 

 

Map

The map is to ISOM 2017-2 IOF Specification, unless otherwise stated.

Survey and cartography by Dave Peel (Peel Land Surveys) for JK2027.

All maps will be digitally printed on waterproof paper. 

Routegadget of the latest map is available here: Ambersham Common

Terrain & Mapping Notes

Ambersham Common is a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It consists of a complex mix of woodland, heathland and patches of wetlands.

 

 

 

Officials

Planner Helen Marsden (HH)
Planner Anthony Flick (LOK)
Organiser     Mike Bennett (HH)
Controller Simon Thompson (HOC)

 

Acknowledgements

Our thanks to the the Cowdray Estate for their help in staging this event.

Medical

  • Professional First Aiders will be in the Arena
  • A&E: St Richard’s Hospital, Spitalfield Lane, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6SE