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Wessex Regional Night League

By Colin Hicks , 1 November, 2026

The first SOC WRNL fixture is coming soon. Thursday 19th November 2026, with the event centre at Pear Tree Church Hall, Woolston, Southampton SO19 7GZ, GR SU441117.

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Starts between 6.30pm and 7.30pm. Straight 1 hour score with 22 controls, varying between 10 and 50 points, with the usual 10 points per minute or part of penalty for lateness, over the 1 hour time limit.

Car parking available at the Church Hall, as hopefully will be tea, coffee and biscuits. The Pearree Inn is virtually next door and there is a craft ale bar - Olaf's Tun in the centre of Woolston at 8 Portsmouth Road, SO199AA. What3Words ///encounter.mass.sooner

 

November Classic Final Details

By Webmaster , 30 October, 2026

The final details for the November Classic have now been published. Please check this website again before travelling for any last-minute updates, but none are anticipated at this time. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!

V2 adds a site map showing the toilets and notes that the road crossing to the start will not open until 9:10.

Update: 31st October 2026

While setting up the event centre today, we encountered a large deer herd resting in part of the field designated for tomorrow’s competitor car parking.

Because we are in the peak of the autumn rutting season, these are wild animals that can be highly unpredictable. Please read the following instructions carefully to ensure both your safety and the welfare of the herd:

  • Keep your distance: If the herd is still in the field tomorrow, please give them a wide berth. Do not approach, crowd, or attempt to photograph the deer up close.
  • Dog owners: If you are travelling with dogs, they must be kept on a short lead at all times within the event centre and parking field. Do not allow dogs to approach or bark at the herd.
  • Drive slowly: Please enter the parking field at a walking pace and follow all instructions from our parking marshals, who will guide you to a safe parking zone away from the animals.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us respect the local New Forest wildlife. We look forward to seeing you all tomorrow!