British Orienteering
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British Orienteering
@britorienteering.bsky.social
We are British Orienteering, the National Governing Body for the sport of Orienteering, a fun and challenging map-based outdoor adventure sport.
It takes courage and resilience as individuals to speak out.💪

If you bear witness to an incident, please fill out our Incident Reporting Form.

Here is our form: buff.ly/dh6zdQ9

Learn more about how speak out cultures can help prevent abuse here: buff.ly/Ez1F6hn

#SafeguardingAdultsWeek
November 20, 2025 at 2:04 PM
🎉 Renew Your Family Membership for 2026! 🧭

A Family Membership is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors together! buff.ly/TSxFsoE

- Explore new terrains and events as a family
- Enjoy exclusive member benefits and discounts
- Be part of a vibrant orienteering community

Renew: buff.ly/bj5MHnA
November 18, 2025 at 2:02 PM
⚠️Preventing stalking and harassment in sport 🚫

🎙️In this podcast featuring Jodi and Catherine from the Suzy Lamplugh Trust, they discuss how stalking and harassment can take place, with particular emphasis on sport settings.
Suzy Lamplugh Trust - Preventing Stalking and Harassment in Sport - Safeguarding Matters - Ann Craft Trust
The Suzy Lamplugh Trust runs The National Stalking Helpline, a free service offering advice for victims of stalking. They also run free Bystander Training sessions for all kinds of organisations.…
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November 18, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Today marks the beginning of #SafeguardingAdultsWeek.

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 in this news story: buff.ly/RMy9Gvy
November 17, 2025 at 9:01 AM
💻 Enjoyed the last night's webinar?

Join us for another with Karen Ashworth, Chair of the Safety Advisory Group, discussing Heat, Health, and Orienteering on Tuesday, 18 Nov 2025.

BOF’s Joe Fermor-Worrell will cover new insights from the IOF statement.

Sign up here: buff.ly/rrpQ6D9
November 11, 2025 at 9:01 AM
🏫 Work in a school or youth setting? We want to hear from you!

🌟 Our Young Leader Award helps tutors learn basic orienteering skills to teach 8-18-year-olds. 🌟

👉 Discover more about orienteering, how to understand map symbols, set up activities, and organise competitions! 🧭

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November 5, 2025 at 10:01 AM
One week to go until our next webinars in the Autumn series!

Barry Elkington from Octavian Droobers Orienteering Club will cover the recent rule changes and ideas for best practice when it comes to planning courses.

Secure your spot today!

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November 3, 2025 at 10:01 AM
In a month's time, prices will rise for the British Long Distance Championships 2026.

Secure your entry by 30th November 2025 to avoid the fee increase!

You can find out all you need to know about the competition via the event website: buff.ly/T8zYrbB

Enter online : buff.ly/xKY3wQ7
November 1, 2025 at 1:02 PM
🎉 Renewal season has officially begun!

Renew with us today another year of perks, access, and community 👉https://buff.ly/YwCSpxg

Need help navigating the renewal process or curious about what's new this year? Check out our website: buff.ly/t5WJYcv

Thank you in advance for all of your support!
November 1, 2025 at 7:01 AM
🌟Membership renewals go live at midnight! 🌟⏲️

🏃♀️Get ready to renew your membership with us for next year! 🏃♀️
October 31, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Thinking of running introductory orienteering sessions at your outdoor centres or schools?

Our new Orienteering Instructor Qualification can help!

Learn to plan sessions, ensure safety, organise competitions, and more.

Get involved here: buff.ly/F34Ls9O
October 28, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Have you registered your place for the next webinar in our Autumn Series?

Join us and presenter Barry Elkington from Octavian Droobers Orienteering Club on Monday 10 Nov as he discusses how changes to rules have impacted on course planning.

Register your place on the webinar here: buff.ly/iVGJF6u
October 27, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Major Events Conference 2 is next week!

Topics include:

🟠Challenges of Multi-Level Orienteering
🔴Safety Update
🟢Course Planning from an Elite Perspective (with two GB athletes!)
🔵'Best Practice' document and Event Officials Group re-establishment.

Sign up here: buff.ly/UM1FNM1
October 22, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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 on 7 February 2026.

Secure your place online via this link: buff.ly/JQe1dCf

More information: buff.ly/RLmPHUI
October 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM
📣Last chance to join the BUCS Orienteering Event Management Group!

The following positions are available:
• Para Representative
• Student Representative
• Participation Representative

📌Learn more here➡️ buff.ly/P7E1nYf

🕒Apply by 17:00 Friday 24th October 2025.
October 21, 2025 at 1:03 PM
🚨 Is your club in Suffolk, Norfolk, or Bedfordshire? 🚨

🌐 Join a FREE webinar on GDPR's impact on local clubs on Monday, 3 November 2025.

Two sessions available: 12:00-1:00 and 19:00-20:00.

Register here: buff.ly/Xg5hXLC
October 21, 2025 at 9:01 AM
🏃There is still time to register for Major Events Conference 1!

⏲️Tuesday 21 October 2025 at 7pm.

🙋A packed agenda and varied speakers.

Details on registration and session content is available via this link: buff.ly/BtYMXmj

Your quick link to register 👉https://buff.ly/eNBcnJU
October 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The British Long Distance Championships is now a World Ranking Event.

Enter before prices rise on 1 December 2025!

The British Relay Championships 2026 will be held at Margam Country Park. More details soon.

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October 17, 2025 at 9:02 AM
A reminder that you still have time to pre-enter the @orienteeringswanseabay Coaching Day on Saturday 8 November 2025.

Entries will close on Tuesday 21 October 2025: buff.ly/CbSHwqP
October 16, 2025 at 9:01 AM
We’re thrilled to unveil more about the Major Events Conference 2025, a must-attend event for clubs and organisers involved in staging major events.

- Tuesday 21 October 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday 28 October 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Register online today: buff.ly/RsgNjhp
October 15, 2025 at 9:01 AM
The JEC 2025 Roundup is now live!

Relive the action from the competition in our news story.

Images and copy: Mairi Eades

www.britishorienteering.org.uk/news/6685/je...
October 14, 2025 at 9:41 AM
🥁We are delighted to announce that entries for the British Orienteering Championships 2026...are open! 🗓️

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Check out the new website and make sure you enter by Sunday 30 November 2025.

Further details relating to the British Relay Championships 2026 will follow in due course.
October 7, 2025 at 11:47 AM
🏅 Ensure your child's safety in sports.

Whether they're beginners or aiming for the podium, your support is vital.
✅ Participate in Xplorer events, virtual courses, or local club events
✅ Encourage junior programs
✅ Be their biggest cheerleader!

For more tips: buff.ly/lHfHzES
October 6, 2025 at 8:01 AM
We're excited to relaunch our Young Leader Award! 🌟

🗺️ This course equips instructors with orienteering basics to teach children aged 8-18. 🦺 Ensure fun and safe activities at enclosed locations, and support school and local events like School Games, Scouts, and Cadet activities🏫

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October 3, 2025 at 8:01 AM
We are pleased to announce that the NEW Orienteering Instructor Qualification is now available.

This course is aimed at:

👩🏫Teachers
🙋♂️ Uniformed youth organisation leaders
🌲 Outdoor activity instructors

Full details about the new qualification are available here: buff.ly/Ieb9oSE
October 1, 2025 at 9:30 AM