The Current Situation
Orienteering during Lockdown 2.0
As of writing this on the morning of 7 November, the government is allowing people to travel a short distance to do outdoor exercise. In fact, outdoor exercise is actively encouraged as long as you do it solo, with members of your household/support bubble, or as two individuals from different households.
British Orienteering has confirmed that in line with this, clubs can still put on events as long as they do not involve needing to meet up, are virtual (e.g. MapRun), and are open for at least 7 days (to reduce risk of crowding).
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New Permanent Courses
We have a range of new permanent courses available, as well as a revamp of the information about older ones. Several have just for fun leagues so you can compare your times or scores to other. Check out our Permanent Orienteering Courses page for more information...
Printing Your Own Map
At normal events, maps are professionally printed to ensure high quality. Here we have some suggestions on how you can do the best possible job at home.
Longrun Meadow
Orienteering: permanent course
We have a good selection of courses on offer at Longrun Meadow in Taunton.
Culm Davy
Orienteering: permanent course
A favourite competition venue, we now have some virtual courses here.
Taunton North
Orienteering: permanent course
This area was such a success in one of our Street Series events that we've brought it back as a permanent course.
Fyne Court
Orienteering: permanent course
As we come out of lockdown, this permanent course is now open again for individuals and family groups.
St Audries
Orienteering: permanent course
A favourite competition venue, we now have some virtual courses here.