News
Access the latest news and updates from British Orienteering.
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.
10 September 2025
British Mountain Bike MTBO Orienteering Championships and World Masters Series
The closing date for entries is 18 September 2025, with the event taking place on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September 2025.
9 September 2025
Simplifying Orienteering for Universities – Free Guide for Clubs and Staff
British Orienteering has created a brand-new resource designed to help universities, university clubs and British Orienteering clubs showcase the many benefits of orienteering to both students and staff.
4 September 2025
Join our Safeguarding Case Management Group!
British Orienteering are looking to expand the membership of its Safeguarding Case Management Group (CMG).
3 September 2025
Autumn Webinar Series now live!
We are delighted to announce that the first few sessions of our autumn webinar series are now live!
2 September 2025
2025 Major Events Conference
We’re pleased to announce that the 2025 Major Events Conference will take place across two sessions, on Tuesday 21 and Tuesday 28 October from 7-9 pm.
2 September 2025
Applications are now open for our 2025-26 senior squads
Athletes interested in being a member of the 2026 Development (Level 4) or Performance (Level 5) Squads are invited to complete the application form by Sunday 14 September 2025.
1 September 2025
World TrailO Championships 2025 Round Up
The World TrailO Championships 2025 took place from 27-31 August 2025. Here is the event round-up from this year's competition!
1 September 2025
Part-year membership fees are now live!
We are delighted to confirm that the second phase of part-year membership fees is now live!
31 August 2025
EOC 2025 Round-up
The latest news and results from the European Orienteering Championships 2025 in Hasselt, Belgium.
31 August 2025
British Sprint Championships & British Relay Championships 2025: Results
This weekend, the British Sprint Relay Championships and British Sprint Championships 2025 took place in East Anglia. Here are the results from the competition.
26 August 2025
EOC 2025: Event Programme and how to watch
Here is the programme for the European Orienteering Championships 2025!
21 August 2025
World TrailO Championships 2025: Event Programme
The World TrailO Championships 2025 will take place from 26-31 August 2025. Here is the event programme and how you can follow the results of the GB Team!
20 August 2025
Volunteering Opportunities – Performance Pathway Talent Program
Jon Musgrave is stepping down from his position as L3 Talent Scotland Squad Manager, therefore we are recruiting a replacement.
12 August 2025
British Orienteering joins worldwide orienteering federations in mourning the loss of Italian athlete, Mattia Debertolis
On behalf of everyone at British Orienteering, we are deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic loss of Italian athlete, Mattia Debertolis at the World Games 2025.
12 August 2025
JEC 2025: GBR Team Announced
The junior selection panel met this week, and the following athletes have been selected to represent GBR at the Junior European Cup 2025 from 3-5 October 2025 in Scotland.
11 August 2025
The World Games 2025: Results
Here are the results from this year's World Games 2025.
6 August 2025
EOC 2025: GB Team Announcement
The following athletes have been selected to represent GBR at the upcoming European Orienteering Championships 2025.
6 August 2025
World Games 2025: GBR Team update and how to follow the action!
The World Games kicks off this Friday 7 August 2025 in Chengdu, China! Here is the final team heading out there for the competition.
29 July 2025
Entries Now Open for the London City Race!
South London Orienteers invite you to take on a unique urban orienteering challenge in Rotherhithe as part of the London City Race Weekend, one of the UK's most iconic urban racing events. This year's event, taking place on Saturday 21st September, is set in the fascinating terrain of Rotherhithe – a blend of riverside estates, interconnected courtyards, and historic docklands.
28 July 2025
Calling all coaches! Complete this survey by the Women in Coaching Taskforce and help shape the future of coaching.
Our coaches are the heart of British Orienteering – and right now, the coaching community needs YOUR voice. Whether you are a male or female coach, complete this anonymous survey to help us shape the future of coaching.
25 July 2025
British Orienteering's new University & Access Officer
Welcome Gracie!
18 July 2025
EYOC 2025 Round up
Catch up on all the latest action from the European Youth Orienteering Championships 2025.
16 July 2025
EYOC 2025: Reminder of team and event programme
Tomorrow, the European Orienteering Championships 2025 will take start in Brno, Czechia. Here is a reminder of the team and event programme.
14 July 2025
British Orienteering Trans Competition Policy confirmed
British Orienteering is committed to creating an inclusive environment that will provide opportunities and enjoyment for everyone. We are now pleased to confirm that our Trans Competition Policy has been finalised and is available via our website.