Metropolitan League 2024 Season |
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Fixture |
Race 5 |
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Date |
08/02/2025 |
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Venue |
Trent Park, Cockfosters |
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Venue |
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Course Location |
Start/Finish |
Along the carriageway running east/west through the park. The entrance
is via the Cockfosters Road Gate. |
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Race HQ |
Address |
The Race HQ and Registration will be adjacent to the Start/Finish close
to the duck pond along the carriageway. |
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Changing Facilities |
Changing |
There are no dedicated changing rooms, so please arrive ready to run. ***
IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE *** |
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Showers |
None |
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Toilets |
Toilets are available in the amenity block in the car park and Park
Caf . |
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Refreshments |
Refreshments will be available from the caf by the car park or the Wildlife
Rescue & Ambulance Service Centre (a local charity) at the end top field. |
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Additional Notes |
A Club/Team Assembly Area has been identified in the field adjacent
to start/finish area. If you choose to set up adjacent to the
course/exit road, rather than using this field, please ensure that you keep
well clear of the course. |
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Travel |
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Where possible, please use public transport, walk or cycle. If
travelling by car, please car share to reduce the impact and check for
restrictions that may be in effect in the area (Ultra Low Emission Zone for
example). Please also park with consideration of others, especially if using
on-street parking. The league and/or host club(s) do not warrant the accuracy of the
information provided so take no responsibility for any fines or charges that
may be levied. |
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Public Transport |
Details |
Cockfosters Underground Station on the Piccadilly line is approximately
800m from the start/finish area. The Piccadilly Line has been subject to
upgrade works, but none are currently planned for the day of the race. The
station is also served by 3/4 bus routes, with the 298 passing right past the
Park Gates. |
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Direction |
When exiting the station, head north on Cockfosters Road. The entrance
to the park is approximately 300m along the road. Use of public
transport is strongly recommended due to the proximity of the underground
station and limited car parking at Trent Park |
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Cycle storage |
Details |
There are some cycle racks by the toilet facilities. |
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Driving |
Directions |
The park entrance does not have a specific postcode, but for SatNav purposes, the postcode almost directly opposite
the park entrance is EN4 0JZ. |
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Parking |
Details |
Parking
is available within Trent Park but is likely to be very limited.
Given its proximity to Cockfosters underground station, use of public
transport is strongly recommended. If you intend to drive, please car-share
as much as possible. The
main car parking facility is at the Cockfosters Road entrance to Trent Park. PLEASE
NOTE:
The private car park close to the Southgate Hockey Centre at the top of
Snakes Lane is NOT available. Please do not attempt to park
there you WILL be turned back. Cars
must not be parked on any of the roads within Trent Park. Trent
Park closes at sunset, which will be at approximately 17:00. The gate at the
Cockfosters Road entrance is usually closed at this time, but drivers must
take care to check the closing time which will be shown on the sign inside
the main entrance. UNDER
NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD DRIVERS PARK ON THE SURROUNDING ROADS. Anyone parking in
local roads will risk damaging our ability to hold future events at this
venue. |
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Course details |
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Description |
Undulating
course on open, rough, lumpy park land. Liable to be soft underfoot in
places. Some exposed tree roots in places, and several small wooden bridges
that could be slippery. Senior
races only include a woodland path with a small stream crossing. The
course is suitable for spikes or trail shoes. The
course is likely to be very muddy and slippery in some places, so it is
not suitable for ordinary trainers. |
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U11 course |
The U11 course is the same as last year. It is one and a 3/4 laps of the top field for a total of approximately
2000m. |
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U13 course |
The U13 course is similar to last year. There is one lap, involving a lap of the top field and one lap of
the fields on the Oakwood side of the park the total distance being 2,750m. |
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U15/U17 course |
The U15/U17 course is similar to last year. There are 1 and a laps of the top field followed by one lap of the
fields on the Oakwood side of the park. The total distance is approximately 4,000m. |
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Senior course |
The Senior course is the similar to last year. The start involves one
and a laps of the top field and two full laps of the fields on the Oakwood
side of the course. The total distance is approximately 7,000m. |
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Additional Notes |
The course maps are included with this notice. They will also be
posted on notice boards on the day. The course is likely to be very slippery,
so you are strongly advised to wear suitable footwear. Competitors and parents of competitors are reminded not to encroach on
the course and to be mindful of runners on the course. |
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Timetable |
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The timetable is approximate and subject to change without notice
where necessary. Please plan to arrive early and listen for any
announcements. |
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Please note |
For the 2024 season, the timings have changed, and all races now start earlier. In addition, it should no longer be
necessary for a start to be delayed to allow for finishers in the
previous race. |
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Start Time |
Race |
Distance (approximate) |
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12:00 |
Under 11 Boys |
2000m |
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12:02 |
Under 11 Girls |
2000m |
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12:10 |
Under 13 Boys |
2750m |
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12:12 |
Under 13 Girls |
2750m |
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12:30 |
Under 17 Men/Under 15 Boys |
4000m |
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12:32 |
Under 17 Women/Under 15 Girls |
4000m |
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12:50 |
Senior Women/Veteran Women |
7000m |
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13:40 |
Senior Men/Veteran Men |
7,000m |
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Additional Notes |
All clubs should arrive before the start of the meeting (12:00) in
order for numbers to be distributed to each club. To be eligible to score, competitors must compete in the correct race
for their age group. Competitors in the Under 13 race must be 11 or over on the day of
competition Safety: Runners are not allowed to wear iPods/Walkman or similar when
competing. Please
join us after the last race for the end-of-season presentations, to be held
by the start and finish area (weather permitting). |
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COVID Guidelines |
Although official restrictions have been lifted, there are still some
people still suffering from the virus. Please DO NOT TRAVEL to this event if you are showing any symptoms of
COVID-19 as defined by the NHS or if you have had a positive test. COMPETITORS
try to remain social distanced at all times whilst
at the event, in particular when in the toilets or when queuing at the kiosk
or cafe. Also, try to keep your distance, as far as possible, at the
start and finish. SPECTAORS are encouraged to keep their distance from the
competitors, especially when calling out encouragement. All try to AVOID
PHYSICAL CONTACT with runners, race officials, volunteers and spectators
including high fives and hugs etc. When using the toilets remember to WASH YOUR HANDS thoroughly. You are also reminded to catch COUGHS AND SNEEZES and to avoid
touching face, eyes, nose or mouth with unclean hands. It is not practical to provide sanitising stations around the park, so
DO NOT UNECESSARILY TOUCH OUTDOOR SURFACES, and perhaps bring some sanitiser
to use after touching anything. If you experience COVID-19 symptoms soon after the race, then please
follow NHS guidance regarding testing and self-isolation, also please inform
the Race Organiser. |
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UKA Anti-Doping Rules |
All
entrants shall be deemed to have made him/herself familiar with, and agreed
to be bound by, the UKA Anti-Doping Rules and to submit to the authority of
UK Anti-Doping in the application and enforcement of the Anti-Doping Rules. The UKA
Anti-Doping Rules apply to entrants participating in the sport of
Athletics, for 12 months from the date of entry into the Metropolitan Cross
Country League 2024/25, whether or not the entrant is a citizen of,
or resident in, the UK. |
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Contact Details |
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Host club |
London Heathside |
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Contact Name |
Jerry Odlin |
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Contact details |
Mobile: 07768 860417 Email: jerryodlin@mac.com |
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Welfare Officer |
Ruth Miller |
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Contact details |
Mobile: 07709 622140 |
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Location Map

Course Maps
Start Area

U11 Course Map

U13 Course Map

Junior (U15/U17) Course Map

Senior Course Map
