Teggs Nose Fell Race - Saturday 13th August, 14.30

[Simon]

It's July 2016, which means that the Teggs race in on the horizon....

Looking for several volunteers (about 15 in total would be great) to marshal and time keep...please.

Plan to set out as per the usual Friday night method... Meet at 6.30; split into 2 parties and traverse the route...meet back at Broadcar Road and adjourn to the Dunny for refreshments.

This post will constitute the plan for the day as well as an acknowledgement of risks and the contingencies in place. It is here for all to see and comment is welcome.


TEGGS NOSE MARSHAL POSITIONS

ORGANISER / EMERGENCY CONTACT: Simon Cartledge (07709 261715).
Please advise me of any retirements / non-starters / injuries / concerns. In the (very unlikely) event of an emergency, dial 999 and the call handler will advise you as to what to do. The Grid references and postcodes are to aid the Ambulance service in navigating to your location. Stop passing runners to assist if needed or to call my number and an adjacent marshal to assist... numbers are all here and reception in the vicinity is generally good.

This pretty much covers the risks of slips, trips and falls... the most likely and that's fell running!

There will be cattle in the fields of Jarman Farm near the beginning and end. I have seen David Bullock (the farmer) and he is confident that the cattle are VERY placid and do not constitute a risk to passing runners. The race details state NO DOGS and everyone will be reminded of such at the start / registration. There should be no other livestock issues and there are marshals at all gates.

The road crossing at Byron's Lane (and less so at Broadcar Road) carry traffic risks. The route has signage stating "CAUTION RUNNERS". A PCSO or two will be at Byron's Lane for the outward leg, to be a presence of authority, though our marshals are expected to do the talking in the first instance.

On Broadcar Road (Point J), there is a risk over enthusiastic runners propel themselves into the road on the return leg... hence a marshal at that point... Nancy can you advise Bev and Carran to that effect.

I'll revisit this in the next few days,
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SWEEPER: Neil Gunn (07786 855027); Mark Steelton (

REGISTRATION CREW: Neil Gunn; John Burt (07775 748899); Kirsty Birch; Matthew Burt (Spread sheet Meister); Brian Jackson (07986 612856)


A – Gate leaving Trials Field onto Bullocks Lane Postcode (GR 923 716):
Sheepdog personnel should open gate. Stop the traffic coming down Bullocks Lane. After the start, move up the road a few yards towards the finish gate. Ensure this is opened to allow race to re-enter trails field down the lane to finish. Ensure cars entering / leaving the field do not interfere with the finishers.

MARSHAL: Sam Alston (07768 176306) or his deputy.


B - Junction of Bullocks Lane and Byrons Lane Postcode: SK11 0HA (GR 923 719):
Stop traffic for the outward leg of the race and calm traffic for the returning runners.

MARSHALS: Geoff Griffiths (07962 482862); Angela Leonard (07816 916704); Mandy Calvert (07510 591192), plus a PCSO

C – Entrance to Jarman Farm from Jarman Postcode: SK11 0HJ (GR 928 716):
On outward leg ensure runners enter farm and are directed to bear right. On return, ensure runners do not run into the traffic.

MARSHAL: Dave Jackson (07786 673746)


D – 1st gate on Jarman Farm Postcode: SK11 0HJ (GR 929 716):
Open gate but ensure livestock does not leave the field.

MARSHAL:

E – 2nd gate on Jarman Farm Postcode SK11 0HJ (GR 932 716):
Open gate but ensure livestock does not leave the field.

MARSHAL: Chris Pimblott (07954 409065)


F – Gate at boundary of Jarman Farm, adjacent to new kissing gate on public
Footpath Postcode : SK11 0DG (GR 937 716).

Ensure runners find their way to gate and direct them on to path.

MARSHAL: Noel Curtis (


G – Gate onto Pyegreave Farm Postcode: SK11 ODQ (GR 934 719).
Direct runners to the right through gate.

MARSHAL: Louise Cartledge (07762 497014)


H – Gate between Pyegreave farm and Higher Blakelow Farm Postcode: SK11 0DQ (GR 934 723).
Direct runners up hill.

MARSHAL:

I – Gate onto Coalpit Lane Postcode: SK11 0AQ (GR 942 725):
Ensure runners do not run into any traffic. Have drinks station set up.

MARSHAL: Bev Hobson(07877 354396); Carron Lane

J – Crossing Coalpit Lane up drive to Teggs Nose Farm Postcode: SK11 0AQ(GR 942 725).
Ensure runners do not run into traffic on way out and the way back.

MARSHAL: Nancy Bunyan (07979 858988)

J #1- 1st Gate into Country Park Postcode: SK11 0AQ (GR 945 728).
Ensure runners go through the gate, up the hill on the way up and, on their return from follow the path to THEIR left and go down hill...NOT go right for a second lap!

MARSHAL: Nancy Bunyan after the final runner goes through on outward leg.

K – Gate in Teggs Nose Country Park Postcode: SK11 0AP(GR 947 729).
Lift gate off it’s hinges (not as bad as it sounds!)

MARSHAL: Greg Turner (07734 887292)

L – Gate at bottom of long grassy descent onto Crooked Yard Road Postcode: SK11 0ND (GR 951 727).
Ensure runners do not run into traffic and that livestock does not leave the field.

MARSHAL: Kath Turner (07706 884394)

M – Top of steps on bridleway, where race re-enters Country Park Postcode: SK11 0ND (GR 950 724).
Direct runners through small gate on their right.

MARSHALL: Dave Tucker (07760 403975)

N – Top of path from Teggs bottom car park Postcode: SK11 0AP (GR 948 721).
Direct runners to their left as they reach the top of the climb with the half-truth,
“It’s all downhill from here!”.

MARSHAL: Jude Whitehall (07753 454935)

Timing Funnel crew:

John Burt; Brian Jackson; Kirsty Birch...

... and Matt adding the results to the spreadsheet.

Bear in mind, depending on the precise location, an incident between points M and N might be more accessible from Teggs Bottom Car Park, off Holehouse Lane, Langley. SK11 0NB.


Thank you for your help!

Again, I'll give all proceeds (was £369 last year) to MIND...the mental health charity.

Many thanks.

Simon

[BrianMac]

If you like I can do the water station on Broadcar rd Simon.

[Simon]

That's great Brian ...thanks.

[mudskimmer]

The Turners will do L & K

[Simon]

The Turners will do L & K

Kath, you are a pair of diamonds. Might do the run in the morning or a cycle for a couple of hours... See you soon.

[david tucker]

I'll volunteer to do Friday eve course marking with you and M on Saturday as usual.

[Simon]

Thanks for that Dave...

[Pimmy]

Simon

I can offer my services let me know where/what you need me for.

Chris

[Simon]

Chris, you are a star... I'll post here....the plan and risk assessment is basically, the forum post above. Everyone can see it and I will keep updating as the day draws nearer. Cheers.

Need a few more please....

[Neil Gunn]

Hi Simon

I'll sweep for you if you need me.

Neil

[Simon]

Thanks Neil...you're on.

[Neil Gunn]

I can help Pete at registration as well if you want...

Neil

[swood]

Simon, think i said i was available to help , however attending a wedding that day so count me out. All the best steve wood

[Simon]

Neil, that's great.

Steve, no worries...see you soon.

Anybody else, please speak up, plenty of vacancies to fill.

I am currently trying to persuade the Police to take care of the road crossing at Gurnett.. more in hope than expectation

[Simon]

As expected, Police not interested. I know I am not the first to experience the frustration of this, but it is sorely disappointing. These things are arranged for the common good and in good will...