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Access the latest news and updates from British Orienteering.
4 December 2025
Entries are open for the British Middle Championships 2026
We are thrilled to confirm that entries are now open for the British Middle Championships 2026. Next year’s competition is proudly brought to you by Harlequins Orienteering Club on 7 February 2026.
2 December 2025
British Orienteering extends sponsorship agreement with Trimtex
British Orienteering is pleased to announce the extension of its sponsorship agreement with Trimtex, securing continued support for the GB Performance Squad through to the end of 2027.
28 November 2025
Supporting Clubs Through Sport Welfare Officers
Have you heard of Sport England Welfare Officers? Did you know they can provide free support to orienteering clubs across the UK?
27 November 2025
Quid Games II: Taking Orienteering to New Audiences at Kendal Mountain Festival
Quid Games returned to Kendal Mountain Festival for its second instalment and once again demonstrated that orienteering can be bold, energetic and highly relevant to new audiences. The format followed a classic 60-minute score course with 16 checkpoints, but the experience was anything but traditional. From the moment the clock started, maps were flipped and hundreds of runners streamed into the dark streets of Kendal, unaware of what was to come.
26 November 2025
The Safety Advisory Group need your help!
The newly created British Orienteering Safety Advisory Group is recruiting!
25 November 2025
BOC 2026: First price rise comes into effect on 1 December 2025
Entry prices for the British Orienteering Championships 2026 will rise on 1 December 2025. Secure your place for the competition next year by Sunday 30 November 2025 to avoid the price hike!
20 November 2025
Development Conference 2025: Programme Announced
The Development Conference returns for 2026, bringing you an inspiring programme of webinars and workshops built around our key Strategic Plan themes: Changing perceptions, Creating engaging experiences, Strengthening lifelong pathways, and Providing foundations for success.
17 November 2025
Join the Safeguarding and Welfare Advisory Group
British Orienteering is currently recruiting new members for its Safeguarding and Welfare Advisory Group, including a new Chair.
14 November 2025
Safeguarding Adults Week 2025
Next week marks Safeguarding Adults Week 2025. This year's theme is prevention. Find out all the ways your club can get involved to ensure that you are aware of the risks and how to prevent them.
1 November 2025
The Clock is Ticking: Quid Games II Set to Storm the Castle at Kendal Mountain Festival
Final preparations are underway for SportsShoes Quid Games II - Storm the Castle, the headline event of Friday evening at the Kendal Mountain Festival. After six months of planning, collaboration and creative development, the stage is nearly set for one of the most exciting orienteering spectacles the sport has seen.
1 November 2025
Membership renewals are now live!
If you are a member of British Orienteering, we now invite you to login to your profile and renew your membership online.
21 October 2025
Entries are open for the British Night Championships 2026
We are delighted to confirm that entries are now open for the British Night Championships 2026. Next year’s competition is proudly brought to you by Hertfordshire Orienteering Club on 7 February 2026.
14 October 2025
JEC 2025 Roundup
With the Junior European Cup (JEC) on home terrain again, 10 years on since the last time, excitement and anticipation were building and the 24 juniors selected to represent GB did not disappoint - Storm Amy couldn’t keep the Brits off the podium!
13 October 2025
Programme for Major Events Conference 2025 released
We are delighted to share more details about the upcoming Major Events Conference 2025.
13 October 2025
Reminder that the deadline for direct debits is Friday 17 October 2025
Existing members who wish to set up a new direct debit, make any changes or cancel their direct debit are now invited to do so by Friday 17 October 2025.
9 October 2025
The North, South and Scotland Talent Squads have been announced for 2026
British Orienteering is delighted to announce that the Talent Squads (North, South & Scotland) have been selected for the forthcoming season.
9 October 2025
GB Performance and Development Squads announced for 2026
We are thrilled to announce the athletes selected for the 2025 GB Performance and Development squads.
7 October 2025
Entries are open for the British Orienteering Championships 2026
We are thrilled to confirm that entries are now open for the British Orienteering Championships 2026. Next year’s competition is proudly brought to you Welsh Orienteering Association and Swansea Bay Orienteering Club. It will take place from 28 February to 1 March 2026.
6 October 2025
Howdens Insurance launches last Grassroots Competition of the year
It's the final Howden Grassroots Heroes competition of the year! Today Howdens Insurance have launched their final chance for your orienteering club to win £500!
6 October 2025
Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport 2025
We are playing our part during this year's Keeping Your Child Safe in Sport Week, which runs from 6-12 October 2025. This year we are focusing on how you, as parents and carers, help to bring out the best in your child.
3 October 2025
JEC 2025 Results
The Junior European Cup Orienteering kicked off on Friday 3 October with a stellar beginning for Team GB!
2 October 2025
Further details announced for the Major Events Conference 2025
The 2025 Major Events Conference will take place across two sessions, on Tuesday 21st and Tuesday 28th October from 7-9 pm, and we’d love to see you there!
1 October 2025
Could you be the future of our sport? Become a young leader!
The British Orienteering Young Leader Award providers learners the first steps in leadership & skill development.
1 October 2025
We have launched our new Orienteering Instructor Qualification!
British Orienteering is pleased to announce today, that the NEW Orienteering Instructor Qualification for the Outdoor industry, Schools and Uniformed Youth Groups is now available.
29 September 2025
Dates of the 2026 Development Conference have been announced
The Development Conference is back for 2026, with the return of a series of webinars and workshops around the key Strategic Plan themes of: Changing perceptions, Creating Engaging Experiences, Strengthening Lifelong Pathways, and Providing Foundations for Success.
26 September 2025
World Cup Round 3 Results: Grace Molloy storms the podium with a second place finish in the Knock-out sprint
Team GB were out in Switzerland this weekend, competing in the final battle for the World Cup titles.
25 September 2025
The SOA are recruiting
Scottish orienteering are recruiting to fill a number of positions ahead of JK 2026 and the Scottish 6 Days in 2027.
17 September 2025
World Cup Round 3: GB Team Announcement
The senior selection panel has met and the following athletes have been selected to represent GBR at World Cup 3.
15 September 2025
Come and chat to our Chair and CEO at this week's London City Race
Want to ask a question or simply have a chat with the new Chair or CEO of British Orienteering?
10 September 2025
Renewal season is approaching! Set up your Direct Debit with us today
From 1 November 2025, we will be inviting members to renew their annual membership with us for 2026! However, you can stay one step ahead and set up a new Direct Debit or make any changes to your current set up now.