Chiltern Kanter

                               On-line entries only from 1st December 2026 at www.sientries.co.uk                                                    Until the end of 1st January 2027 priority entry is open to LDWA members only.  You will need to provide your LDWA membership number during the entry process. Entry will open for all at 12 noon on 2nd January 2027

This is part of a triple challenge with the Hannington Hike and The Pick and Mix

VENUE: Pitstone Memorial Hall, Pitstone, LU7 9EY Grid SP 937 155
There is limited parking at the village hall, then at the museum opposite. Please follow Marshals’ directions.

START: Hall opens from 07.30 for registration. There will be a rolling start for Walkers from 08.00 and
Runners/Fast Walkers from 09.00. When choosing a start time PLEASE take into account opening/closing times of checkpoints. Anyone arriving outside those times will have to wait (if early) or will be retired from the event (if Late) All must finish by 18.30hrs. The hall will close at 19.00hrs.

CHECKPOINT OPENING & CLOSING TIMES WILL BE ADHERED TO

DOGS: Are allowed on the event, BUT NO DOGS are allowed inside any of the halls (except assistance dogs).               ALL MUST be on leads at all times & MUST have appropriate liability insurance.

OBJECT: THIS IS A MAP READING EVENT. To complete a set of questions at grid references on a course on foot by a route of your own choice passing through a number of checkpoints within a time limit. 1 checkpoint on 13mile, 2 checkpoints on 18mile, 3 checkpoints on 26mile routes. In completing the event please follow the Countryside Code at all times.

MAPS: Covering the routes OS LR 165 or OS EXP 181(recommended), Marked up maps will be displayed at start.

YOU MUST DOWNLOAD & PRINT YOUR OWN GRID-QUESTION SHEET
Grid-question sheet will not be available on the day. If you have a problem printing the sheet, please contact Mike, details below. There are NO GPX files. The sheet will be available on the BBN website from 23rd February 2027.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT: YOUR GRID/QUESTION SHEET. MUG. No mugs will be supplied at checkpoints. We recommend you wear suitable footwear & clothing. Waterproofs, Torch (if finishing after dark). Covers for map and grid/question sheet with a pen or pencil is essential. Plus a small First Aid kit.

RETIREMENTS: You MUST inform a walk official. Return transport will be provided from checkpoint.

AWARDS: A certificate will be awarded to all who answer the questions correctly, plus free badge on request. We also give a certificate & badge to all who complete the BBN triple challenge: Chiltern Kanter, Pick & Mix, Hannington Hike in any order, any route.

FOOD/DRINK: The entry fee includes drinks throughout, biscuits at the start, snacks at all checkpoints & a light meal at the finish (from 12 noon). We will cater for vegetarians as well as meat eaters, and there may be some vegan food available, but cannot be guaranteed. Sorry but we cannot provide for any other dietary requirements. Refreshments provided are prepared & served under uncontrolled conditions. How ever all practical efforts will be taken to maintain food safety and from a legal standpoint, entrants should independently determine the suitability of refreshments we provide.

CANCELLATION: A £2.00 admin fee will be charged on refunds for cancellations advised before 21st February 2027 after this date no refunds will be given but, if your place is filled from the waiting list, a donation will be made to the local Air Ambulance.

THERE WILL BE NO ENTRIES ON THE DAY & ENTRIES ARE NOT TRANSFERABLE.  THERE WILL BE NO SUBSTITUTIONS