About the Scottish 6 Days

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The Scottish 6 Days Orienteering event (“the 6-Days”) is a biennial event, first held in 1977, and taking place in a different area of Scotland each time. As the largest orienteering event in the UK, each 6-Days event typically attracts over 3500 competitors plus additional families and friends, and brings an enormous economic boost to the local area.

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2017, Royal Deeside

The 2017 Scottish 6 Days will be held in Royal Deeside. MAROC and Interlopers are the Central Organising clubs. Jon Musgrave has agreed to act as Event Coordinator.

16th Jun 2013 - Read more...

Directors meeting, 27th Feb 2013

Minutes of the Meeting of Directors of the Scottish Orienteering 6-Day Event Company Limited, held on 27 February 2013 in Perth.

01st May 2013 - Read more...

History of the Scottish 6 Days book

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A Few Surplus Maps, the history of the 6 Day Event from its beginnings in 1977, is a beautifully produced book full of maps and photos and charting the development of the event from small beginnings up to the world class event we know and love today.
Download a FREE sample chapter, Royal Deeside 1983, including a table of contents.

14th Apr 2013 - Read more...

Directors meeting, 28th Nov 2012

Minutes of the Meeting of Directors of the Scottish Orienteering 6-Day Event Company Limited, held on 28 November 2012 in Perth.

29th Dec 2012 - Read more...

Scottish Orienteering Association

For more information about orienteering in Scotland visit the Scottish Orienteering Association website.

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In association with Highland 2015 6 Days