

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: BMC Hill Walking Skills: Navigate Lowlands at Night
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 09:00 pm
- **Event Description**: BMC Midlands, Hill Walking Rep, Chris Sweetman, has extended knowledge of navigation and is a Fellow of the Royal Institute of Navigation.About this EventYou are invited to join a peer-led training activity, hosted by BMC Midlands Hill Walking Rep, Christopher SweetmanThis training activity will explore the experience of walking at night in a lowland area utilising the local Rights of Way system. There will be opportunities to discuss how to navigate in the dark and apply the techniques required: measuring distance, timing, pacing, using a compass etc… Although this activity takes place in a lowland area navigation techniques deployed on this event can be applied to both hills and mountain environments. The leader will provide copies of the Ordnance Survey map and baseplate compasses. However, you can bring your own map - OS Explorer 246 1:25,000 Loughborough and compass.We’re excited to welcome you for a memorable night in the outdoors!Important information: The A6006 will be closed from Monday 6th October 2025 until Monday 20th July 2026 due to the replacement of a railway bridge near Sutton Bonington. This means during this period you will not be able to access East Leake from the A6006 at Hathern (A6) but will be able to do so from the A60 at Rempstone.Walk DetailsWalk Grading: Easy to ModerateDistance: Approx. 10.5 km (6.5 miles)Ascent: 110 m (360 ft)Duration: Approximately 3 hoursIf you or anyone in your party can’t attend after booking, please let us know so we can offer the place to othersMeeting DetailsTime: Friday 6th March, 18:00 pm for a 18:15 pm startLocation: East Leake Car Park, Gotham Road, East Leake, LE12 6PGOS Grid Ref: SK 554 263Google map pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gKmmb3zSwqnoPvcXAParking: FreePlease check out the BMC Liftshare serviceFacilities: Toilets are available across the road from the car parkWhat to BringWe’ll cover a range of terrains, so please ensure you are well-prepared with appropriate gearFootwear: Sturdy, water-resistant hiking boots or shoes with good gripClothing: Dress in layers, including a warm layer and waterproofs, as conditions can vary; bring a hat and glovesFood and Drink: Bring enough food and water for a 3 hour walkOther Essentials: As this is a night navigation event, essential equipment needed is a head torch along with a spare batteryWho Can AttendAnyone, under 18's must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. As this is a training event, dogs are not permittedHealth Precautions: If you have any health conditions that might impact your participation, please inform us in advance. Carry any required medications, and let the walk leader know if assistance may be needed in accessing themCovid-19: Please do not attend if you feel unwell or have Covid-19 symptomsIf you are unsure of your ability or would like advice regarding kit and suitability for this walk, please email the leader in advanceThis walk incurs a £2 donation fee towards our hill walking projects. If you are unable to pay this fee, please contact us in advance, and we will anonymously include you for freeBMC Participation StatementThe BMC recognises that climbing, hill walking and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvementPhotographs may be taken by the leader for future communications about the programme. If you do not wish for your photograph to be taken please let the leader know in advance or at the start of the walkBy participating in this walk you agree to act in a kind and inclusive manner. Bullying, discrimination or the use of foul language will not be tolleratedQuestionsFeel free to contact BMC Hill Walking Rep, Chris: chrisonholiday@outlook.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/east-leake/bmc-hill-walking-skills-navigate-lowlands-at-night/100001983244711319
- **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, health-wellness, meetups, nonprofit, trekking, parties, entertainment, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 2, max: 2, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: East Leake
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: LE12 6PG
- **lat**: 52.8319352
- **long**: -1.1770137
- **full address**: LE12 6PG, East Leake Car Park, East Leake, United Kingdom

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- **organizer**: The BMC (https://allevents.in/org/the-bmc/22973773)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Fri, 06 Mar, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** LE12 6PG, East Leake Car Park, East Leake, United Kingdom
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 2 up to 2 GBP
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The BMC
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, trips-adventures, health-wellness, meetups, nonprofit, trekking, parties, entertainment, dog
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about BMC Hill Walking Skills: Navigate Lowlands at Night ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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