British Orienteering is the National Governing Body for the sport of orienteering in the United Kingdom, formed in June 1967. We are a non-profit making organisation; all our income is invested in developing orienteering throughout the UK from grassroots through to international competition. British Orienteering is a member of the International Orienteering Federation and was established as a Private Company, Limited by Guarantee, on 4th January 1982.

In this section, you will find policies and procedures relating to British Orienteering.

• Adults Safeguarding Policy
• Appeals
• Articles of Association
• Anti Doping
• Bullying & Harassment
• Child Safeguarding Policy (Feb 2021)
• Complaints and grievance
• Equality & Inclusion
• Code of Ethics & Behaviour
• Fraud Policy
• Health, Safety and Welfare policy
• Privacy Policy
• Photo and filming policy
• Safe Recruitment
• Social Media Policy
• Sports Betting Policy
• Trans Policy

                 Trans Policy Consultation

• Whistle Blowing Policy
• WhatsApp guidance
• Overview of all policies
• English Orienteering Council MoU with BOF

Our Service Charter

Our Charter sets out our commitment and the high standards of service we aim to provide. Our Charter applies to everyone who has contact with British Orienteering. You can help us by respecting staff, volunteers, and other customers and for the health and safety of yourself and others when using our services or taking part in orienteering activities. The Full-Service Charter document can be found here.

Association and Club Conference 2018

Association and Club Conference 2017