The Day 1 organising team would like to make you aware of the following:

• Owing to the narrow access road competitors will not be allowed to arrive after 1230 or leave before 1300.
• Courses will close today at 1630 not at 1600 as written on the maps and stated in the final details
• We have experienced high uptake for some courses on all a days (2, 7, 8 & 10).
  Where a course has had to be split due to high demand, E stands for elite classes, M stands for the Men’s classes and W stands for the Women’s classes that would have run that single course. They have separate maps and different controls.
  Please make sure you pick up the map that matches your bib!
• Dogs are only allowed in the parking field and must be on a short lead. They may not be taken on the walks to the start.
• The farmer will have a food stall at the event today. Please bring cash as he cannot accept card payments.
• Club tents may be left pitched in the arena overnight but no overnight camping is permitted.

Get driving directions

• Entries for the Mountain Bike Orienteering outside Banchory close on Monday. Read more.
• Wondering what else to do in Deeside? Check out the tourist information from our friends at VisitScotland.

The following traders will be in the Arena on Day 1:

Orienteering Specialists

Compass Point will be there every day including at the event centre, Victoria & Albert Halls, in Ballater on Saturday.

For all your Orienteering clothing and kit needs.

CompassSport Magazine will be there every day.

CompassSport is the UK’s national orienteering magazine, this Bi-monthly magazine features all the latest orienteering news, event listings, event reviews and so much more. Subscriptions are posted world-wide.

Food

Big Orange will be there every day

With many years’ experience in catering all around the world, from fine dining to offshore to bespoke food trailer to Master Chef the professionals…I’ve come to believe that we can offer YOU something that’s a break from the norm as well as some refreshing new ideas on modern cooking. We cater for outside local events and festivals far & wide to give you the catering experience, with great friendly staff that are willing to go the extra mile for you.

Check out their menus online.

Lilly’s Dough will be there every day

Affa fancy wood fired pizza:

If you love pizza then you will absolutely fall in love with Lily’s Dough – from the delightfully quirky horsebox to the hand prepared sourdough base and contemporary toppings. Lily’s Dough are delighted to cater for the 6 Days where you provide good company and we’ll provide great food!

Tom’s Food (British/continental) will be there every day

Tom’s Catering specialises in outdoor events and shows. Then menu includes hot and cold refreshments, Full British and Continental foods, Beefburgers, bacon rolls, bratwurst sausage, currywurst, grillwurst and frikidellen.

Downies Farm will be there on Sunday and Monday.

The Downies run the farm, here at Newton of Crathie, and they’ll be selling locally made lamb, venison and beef burgers. They will also have local berries and refreshments for sale. Cash only.

Coffee & Snacks

Roaring Stag will be there every day

Roaring Stag Coffee Roasters is a speciality coffee roastery based in Ballater, Royal Deeside, surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Cairngorm Mountains. Since 2015, we’ve been dedicated to crafting outstanding coffee with purpose, integrity, and a deep love for the craft.

More information via the Roaring Stag website

The Coffee Pod will be there every day

Come and enjoy a delightful selection of beverages and treats to fuel your day. We’re serving up freshly brewed coffee, soothing tea, rich hot chocolate, and refreshing cold drinks, alongside delicious tray bakes.

View more on their Facebook Page

Aboyne Ices will be there every day

Cool off with some yummy ice cream and other cold refreshments!

Find them on Facebook.