News

26 January 2026

Orienteering England announces team for Interland 2026

Congratulations to all who have been selected to represent the England team at Interland 2026, which takes place on 15 March 2026.

22 January 2026

Join the Safeguarding and Welfare Advisory Group

We are still looking for new members to join our Safeguarding and Welfare Advisory Group, including a new Chair.

22 January 2026

Last chance to secure tickets to the National Running Show!

We’re almost ready for The National Running Show in Birmingham, and we’re excited to announce that even more fantastic brands have joined our orienteering trail!

13 January 2026

Go off-grid – Try Orienteering

Inspired by challenge and pace? Fuelled by the desire to go off-grid on your trails and unleash that unmatched energy – orienteering is for you!

12 January 2026

British Orienteering at The National Running Show 2026

British Orienteering will be attending The National Running Show (NRS26) in Birmingham this January and we are looking forward to connecting to a wider running community.

12 January 2026

British Orienteering announces Recognised Delivery Partners for 2026

British Orienteering is delighted to announce its Recognised Delivery Partners for 2026, supporting the sustained growth of orienteering in schools and education settings across the UK.

12 January 2026

Entries for the British Night Championships 2026 are closing

Entries for the British Night Championships 2026 will soon be closing! Secure your place for the event on Saturday 7 February 2026 as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!

11 January 2026

Photography and filming guidance updated

British Orienteering have updated its photography and filming guidance. Please review the new document to ensure you are familiar with where consent is explicitly required.

8 January 2026

Elite Training Opportunities

New resource for elite athletes

5 January 2026

Job opportunity: Coordinator required for the Scottish Elite and Development Squad (SEDS)

Scottish Orienteering are looking for someone who can act as the coordinator for the Scottish Elite and Development Squad (SEDS). The role of SEDS is to encourage the retention and development of young adults (20 to 39 years) within the sport by providing training in a sociable environment.

19 December 2025

Great Britain 2026 selection policy published

If you are interested in representing GBR in 2026 then read on!

17 December 2025

British Orienteering Announces Appointment of Three New Independent Directors to the Board

British Orienteering is pleased to announce the appointment of three new Independent Directors to its Board in 2025: Zac Randall, Justine Albert, and Gregg Peers. Their appointments further strengthen the organisation’s governance, strategic oversight, and commitment to delivering a safe, inclusive, and high-quality experience for members across the UK.

14 December 2025

British Night Championships 2026: Christmas Price Rise!

Secure your place at the British Night Championships 2026 before prices rise on Christmas Day!

8 December 2025

JK 2026: Entries are officially open, and the early bird entry ends on 1 February 2026!

The Scottish Orienteering Association is pleased to invite you to Perth and Highland Perthshire over the 2026 Easter Weekend for the Jan Kjellström International Festival of 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 Saturday 18 April 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.