Sizergh Virtual Courses (Short, Long & Accessible) 2024
Three VOCs to choose from. The accessible course is designed for mobility vehicles & wheelchair users but check at reception to ensure it meets your needs. The short course would suit families & beginners to orienteering whilst the long would be more suited to experienced navigators.
Please check the estate is open to the public for when you intend to be there.
Safety Aspects
As with any countryside activity, there are various hazards that you need to be aware of and you need to take action to avoid these to remain safe. These include :
Slippery paths/slopes, especially where steps (wet leaves and perhaps ice), and uneven surfaces including tree roots.
Large crags/cliffs and other rock features.
Lakes and ponds – slippery margins.
Prickly vegetation.
Branches/twigs
Moving vehicles in public car parks and access roads
Members of the public, dog walkers, and cyclists – please avoid and be courteous.
If you are running alone please make sure you inform someone of your plans
SROC have completed a Risk Assessment for this activity
Sizergh Accessible VOC | FREE | |
Sizergh Long VOC | FREE | |
Sizergh Short VOC | FREE |
Sizergh Accessible VOC | FREE | |
Sizergh Long VOC | FREE | |
Sizergh Short VOC | FREE |
Maps are held at reception on site (subject to availability)
or https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/sizergh
or can be downloaded above
Sizergh is a beautiful medieval house set in a 1,600-acre estate containing wetlands, limestone pasture, ancient woodland, farmland and orchards and home to a variety of wildlife and flowers. The manor is filled with items collected by 26 generations of the Strickland family, including the internationally recognised Inlaid Chamber. There are delightful gardens including a mirror lake, colourful herbaceous borders, a working kitchen garden, an apple orchard and a limestone rock garden.
There is plenty of parking, free for NT members but a charge applies otherwise. On-site there is a gift shop, a 2nd hand book store & a cafe.
Check opening hours & more details @
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lake-district/sizergh