BULLOCK SMITHY – RULES AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

The Bullock Smithy Hike is held on the first full weekend in September.
The entrant agrees to abide by the rules made by the organisers and understands that no liability can be accepted by them for any injury sustained or any property lost during the period of the event, and also that taking part in the event entirely is at their own risk.

These rules are for the benefit and safety of all participants.

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: to be advised on day

  1. Complete the 56 mile circular course starting and finishing at Hazel Grove, visiting and registering at specified checkpoints in the correct order, within 24 hours beginning at 12:00hrs noon on the Saturday
  2. Checkpoint cut-off times will be published in advance of the event. If an entrant continues in contradiction to marshal instructions they do so at their own risk and will officially be removed from the event.
  3. All entrants must be age 18 or above unless supervised by a specified adult at all times AND prior permission sought from the entries secretary.
  4. Entries via SiEntries. The maximum participant number is 400. If exceeded, a waiting list will be put in operation. Online entries will close 5 days before the event. Entrants who wish to withdraw their entry are entitled to a refund before 31st July. After this date no refund will be granted. No deferrals permitted. All refunds are subject to a 10% transaction fee.
  5. Each entrant takes responsibility for wearing suitable clothing during the event and to carry the kit requirements below.
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    • 1:50000 (min scale) maps covering the route, or alternative
    • Compass and whistle
    • Torch inc. spare batteries and bulb
    • Waterproof jacket
    • Waterproof trousers
    • Spare sweater and socks
    • Emergency rations
    • Water bottles/containers for 2 litres and Mug
    • First aid kit (bandage, 2” bandage, assorted sticking plasters, safety pins)
    • Emergency foil blanket / survival bag
  6. All entrants must wear/attach high-visibility material or wear a high-visibility jacket from dusk to dawn. This should be visible from both the front and rear.
  7. Entrants must report to the Scout HQ (Adj 2 Macclesfield Rd Hazel Grove, Stockport Grid Ref SJ925862) between 9:00 and 11:30 hours on the Saturday for registration and kit check. (Spot kit checks may be made at any time during the event)
  8. At dusk, hikers will be formed into groups (minimum of three) at checkpoints. Bonus time is awarded whilst groups are being formed.
  9. In case of finding an accident, entrants must give assistance by leaving someone with the casualty, notifying the nearest checkpoint, giving details of the casualty’s condition, entry number and an exact 6 figure map reference, attempt to call the event emergency number. Bonus time will, of course, be applied.
  10. No bonus time will be given for refreshments during the event.
  11. Entrants may only retire at an official checkpoint. They MUST be checked in by checkpoint marshals then ask to retire. Entrants will be required to retire if, in the opinion of the checkpoint marshal, they are unfit to continue the event, thus endangering themselves and others. Entrants will also be required to retire if they arrive at a checkpoint after the official cut-off time for that checkpoint. Transport will be available (from the nearest road) back to Hazel Grove HQ.
  12. Entrants may be DISQUALIFIED for; getting a lift; losing his/her tally card; not wearing or carrying the required clothing/equipment; not passing through all the checkpoints in the correct order; failing to comply with the rules to the satisfaction of the Organisers.
  13. Entrants must respect honour the Countryside Code and keep to footpaths. On no account must short cuts be taken across private property or farmland. The success of the event is dependent upon every participant following the country code and these rules.
  14. The organiser’s decision is final. No liability can be accepted by the Organisers in the event of an accident. Entrants take part in the event entirely at their own risk.
  15. The trophy and certificate presentation will be made at 10:00 hours on the Sunday.
  16. Final details, including route amendments will be sent out during August.