21st - 28th July 2012
"Croeso" is the Welsh word for "welcome" ... so welcome to the website for CROESO 2012, the Welsh international orienteering event, based around the Victorian coastal resort town of Aberystwyth.
Aberystwyth is located on the west coast of Wales and is a popular holiday destination combining the best of outdoor activities, stunning scenery and award winning beaches. It is easily accessible via a network of road, rail and bus links.
The town overlooks Cardigan Bay, a haven for bottlenose dolphins and Atlantic grey seals.
1600 entries so far!
Croeso news- Aberystwyth wins Purple flag award 27/04/2012"entertaining, safe and diverse night out" for visitors
- University accommodation proving very popular 24/04/2012All rooms now fully booked
- Centre for Alternative Technology offer 23/03/201220% discount to Croeso competitors
- Croeso Scoring System 13/03/2012An updated version of the 2008 "Croeso Scoring System" will be used
- To Aberystwyth, From All Points on the Compass 01/03/2012Press Release from buoyant event co-ordinator
The Competition
Virgin terrain is being used for all but two days and variety is provided by the mixture of four Long races, one Middle race and an urban climax in Aberystwyth itself. Two UK Cup races and two Masters Cup races are included.
The event centre
Our event centre at Aberystwyth University will be the focal point for CROESO 2012.
The university facilities include an arts centre, restaurants, cafe, swimming pool, fitness centre and access to television screens to follow the action at the London 2012 Olympics during your stay. [The Olympics Opening Ceremony is on the Day 5 evening.]
Weather forecast for Aberystwyth
5 Day forecast and July weather data here.