Ray Boxshall Orienteering Fun Day Kintbury

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Ray Boxshall Orienteering Fun Day Kintbury This annual event will be held on Sunday 4th October 2026
Start time 9am from the Coronation Hall We have a special additional competition for children.

The Ray Boxshall Orienteering fun day is an annual event that takes place
in the village of Kintbury; it attracts many teams from the village and surrounding
area. Participants walk approximately 7 miles, solving clues along the route. Teams can contain both adults and children, who are encouraged to enter with
their parents or carers. The event promotes health and fitness for young and old alike. It has two main
aims, firstly to keep open the local footpaths in the surrounding area and secondly
to raise funds for local charities.

🏴‍☠️ THANK YOU, TEAMS! 🧭What a fantastic day we had at the Ray Boxshall Orienteering 2026!A huge thank you to every team...
06/10/2026

🏴‍☠️ THANK YOU, TEAMS! 🧭
What a fantastic day we had at the Ray Boxshall Orienteering 2026!
A huge thank you to every team who came along, tackled the clues, wandered the lanes and countryside, supported the event and helped make the day such good fun. We hope you enjoyed the adventure as much as we enjoyed putting it together.

And now for the results… 🏆

🏠 HOME TEAMS
🥇 The Knights of Maplegrovia — 107
🥈 Graceless — 95
🥉 Runny Runners Road Runners Walking Club — 93
4th Glencoe Wanderers — 86
5th Clueless — 84
6th Team Korea — 76

🧭 AWAY TEAMS
🥇 The Lime Green Selection Unit — 128
🥈 Father Umpya’s Chicken Pie — 105
🥉 Wrong Direction, Again! — 94
4th The Matt Navs — 88
5th Not all Who Wander are Lost — 72
6th The girls — 68
7th The Funky Bunch — 51
8th 3 Wise Women and a Child — 48

Congratulations to our winning Home Team, The Knights of Maplegrovia, and our winning Away Team, The Lime Green Selection Unit! 👑

We’re now finishing the sums from the day so we can work out exactly how much has been raised for our local community groups. Once everything has been checked and counted, we’ll share the final donation amount with you.

Thank you as well to everyone who bought food, drinks, raffle tickets and supported the event in all the other little ways that make a community day like this possible.

And remember — Cookies Crew will be back at the helm next year, so the winners can simply enjoy the glory! 😄🏴‍☠️

Thanks again from all of us at Cookies Crew.
See you on the trail next year! 🧭☠️

Teams are here and the briefing is about to start
04/10/2026

Teams are here and the briefing is about to start

Tomorrow is nearly here! The routes are set, the clues are ready, and conditions are shaping up brilliantly for the Ray ...
03/10/2026

Tomorrow is nearly here! The routes are set, the clues are ready, and conditions are shaping up brilliantly for the Ray Boxshall Orienteering Fun Day.

📍 Where: Coronation Hall, Kintbury
⏰ Check-in: From 9:00 AM
📢 Briefing: ~9:15 AM
☕ Food & Raffle: Breakfast rolls, hot drinks, soft drinks, chocolate, crisps and fruit and raffle tickets on sale (cash or card, min £1)

🎒 What you need to bring:
Clipboard & ruler
Suitable footwear & outdoor layers
Cash/card for food & raffle

🗺️ What we supply:
Official map, clue sheets, notes paper, and pens/pencils

🧭 See you in the morning! 🧭

02/10/2026

🖨️ Finalising our maps and clue packs this evening!

If you're planning on joining us this Sunday 4th October for the 7-mile trail challenge, please get your team submitted by tonight so we have a pack printed and ready for your team at Coronation Hall.

🖨️ Finalising our maps and clue packs this evening!If you're planning on joining us this Sunday 4th October for the 7-mi...
02/10/2026

🖨️ Finalising our maps and clue packs this evening!

If you're planning on joining us this Sunday 4th October for the 7-mile trail challenge, please get your team submitted by tonight so we have a pack printed and ready for your team at Coronation Hall.

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/HB3JXWdwW5ACzEwB8

(Pay on arrival, £25 per team of up to 6, 100% of profits to local community groups!)

🏴‍☠️ ONLY 5 DAYS TO GO! 🏴‍☠️ The team list for Sunday's 7-mile Orienteering Fun Day is growing fast... 🏃💨We’ve got some ...
29/09/2026

🏴‍☠️ ONLY 5 DAYS TO GO! 🏴‍☠️
The team list for Sunday's 7-mile Orienteering Fun Day is growing fast... 🏃💨

We’ve got some brilliant team names coming through, but the real question is: who’s actually going to take home the top score (and who’s going to end up taking the scenic wrong turn)?

If you haven't sorted your crew of 2–6 mates, family, or colleagues yet, there's still time to get registered:

📍 Starts: Coronation Hall, Kintbury (Sunday 4th October)
💰 £25 per team of up to 6 (payable on the day)
🐶 Dogs on leads & kids welcome

Get your team registered here:
👉 https://forms.gle/HB3JXWdwW5ACzEwB8

🏴‍☠️ AHOY, ORIENTEERING CREWS! 🧭Good news! You can win without having to organise next year’s event! 🎉We know that in pr...
26/09/2026

🏴‍☠️ AHOY, ORIENTEERING CREWS! 🧭
Good news! You can win without having to organise next year’s event! 🎉
We know that in previous years, the winning home team has taken on the responsibility of organising the following year’s orienteering. We also know that this might have put a few teams off entering!
Well, fear not, me hearties! 🏴‍☠️
Cookies Crew are taking the helm! 🍪
We’re delighted to confirm that Cookies Crew will be organising the Ray Boxshall Orienteering both this year AND next year, regardless of who takes home the treasure! 🏆
We want to keep this fantastic community tradition going, giving everyone the chance to get together, enjoy some fresh air, explore our beautiful countryside and have a brilliant day out.
So gather your crew, dust off your walking boots and get ready for an adventure. Whether you're in it to win it or simply fancy a fun day with family and friends, everyone is welcome!
📅 Sunday 4th October 2026
⏰ 9:00 am
📍 Coronation Hall, Kintbury
💰 £25 per team (up to 6 adults)
🐕 Dogs on leads and children welcome!
No organising duties for the winners — just bragging rights! 🏆
So, what are ye waiting for? Get your crew together and register today!
👇 Register to join the adventure! https://forms.gle/LMJdnwxPDsoK3d9o9
🏴‍☠️ Cookies Crew – keeping the adventure alive!

24/09/2026

We've been out checking the route and confirming the clues for Sunday 4th October! 🌿🧭

For anyone who missed the earlier post, we’re running a 7-mile Orienteering & Treasure Hunt Challenge across our local footpaths in aid of local groups.

You'll get a map and question sheets to solve along the way:
* Teams up to 6 adults (£25 total, pay on the day)
* Family-friendly (includes a kids' mini-hunt) & dogs on leads welcome
* Starts from Coronation Hall, Kintbury

Out mapping and checking the trails across West Berkshire today! 🥾🌿The clues, brain teasers, and checkpoint questions ar...
21/09/2026

Out mapping and checking the trails across West Berkshire today! 🥾🌿

The clues, brain teasers, and checkpoint questions are coming together for the Ray Boxshall Orienteering Fun Day on Sunday 4th October.

Whether you're assembling a pub quiz crew, heading out for an adventure with family, or bringing the dog for a proper countryside walk, here is what to expect:

📍 Start & Finish: Coronation Hall, Kintbury
⏰ Check-in from: 9:00 AM
🗺️ The Route: ~7 miles of scenic public rights of way with 20+ checkpoints to locate and solve
👥 Teams: Up to 6 adults (£25 per team, payable on arrival)
👧 Family Friendly: Includes a dedicated kids' mini-challenge; dogs on leads welcome
☕ Fuel: Pre-order your hot breakfast rolls / lunch - there will also be tea, coffee, snacks, and a raffle at the hall!
💚 100% of profits support local West Berkshire charities and community groups.

We'll be sending our master maps and question packs to print soon, so please register your team name in advance:
👉 https://forms.gle/HB3JXWdwW5ACzEwB8

See you out on the trails! 🧭

Address

Coronation Hall, 18 Inkpen Road
Kintbury
RG179TX

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+447774110286

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