This event is for Glos RoADAR car and motorcycle members (and family members or invited guest), on Saturday 2 September from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You must book a place to be able to take part
It’s an orienteering-style detective hunt for signposts and clues around the Cotswolds by car or motorcycle. You’re given photographs of the signposts, work out where they are, plot your own route to visit 12 of them then have a leisurely drive / ride around the gorgeous Cotswolds - maximum 100 miles round trip - collecting answers to fiendish clues.
This is a perfect activity for both car drivers and motorcyclists as it's NOT a race, competition or timed (except the need to get back in time for the food). It is also weather-proof unless we face an unexpected cataclysmic event...
The recce’s been done and 16 signposts selected ranging from: easy-to-find to needs-some-thought to where-on-earth-is-that? If you prefer, you could tackle this event as a small team with a fellow car / motorcycle member(s), family or guest. Plenty of opportunity to meet, greet and share experiences.
This is the free map you'll be given.
The map includes a code so you can download it to a smartphone or tablet for use offline. It's a brilliant idea that may suit those who prefer to use device-based rather than paper maps for finding and plotting routes.
Please note though that the venue is NOT WiFi equipped so you'll need to use your phone as a hotspot to enable the download.
Click here for Ordnance Survey
After your tour, return to the start point for answer checking, prize giving and a BBQ that's being provided by a specialist local business who uses local meats and produce. You will not need an evening meal afterwards.
Here's an example of the process.
This signpost has plenty of placenames to be able to work out the rough area.
We know we’re looking for a crossroads that's really close to Burmington and there’s only one that fits the bill.
Next, work out the signpost's grid reference - SP267377 - and mark it on your map. After that, work out your route to visit 12 of the 16 chosen signposts (due to 'Treasure Hunt' regulations).
Once you reach the signpost, answer the clue that came with the photograph. It may be something like: “Close to the signpost is a wooden-gated field entrance. On that gate is a warning sign from the field owner. What is their name?”
This event has been subsidised by Glos RoADAR on a Member 40% / Group 60% basis. Individual contribution is only £15. This includes a free 1:25 000 Cotswolds map worth £10, hot drinks, biscuits and, at the end of the day, prize-giving and a BBQ with soft drinks - bring an appetite!
Venue
Witcombe and Bentham Village Hall
Timings
0900 Welcome, hot drink & biscuits
0915 Briefing notes and signpost photographs handed out
0915-1100 Signpost plotting and route planning (visit 12 of 16 signposts)
1100-1500 The Rally; driving / riding and collecting clues (maximum 100 miles)
1500 Return to start point, hand in answers, prize giving
1530 BBQ
1700 Event ends / Depart
Want to join us for what promises to be a fun day bimbling around the Cotswolds?
If you have questions, want to book a place or ask how to pay please e-mail Stephen Wilkinson-Carr at chair@glos-roadar.org.uk
We look forward to seeing you on the day.
Please book your place by the end of Sun 20 Sep.
They’re being snapped up.
The app is for all road users and makes it even easier - and more fun - to keep up to date with the rules of the road. 
