
TVOC runs a series of smaller friendly events, generally once a month, on Saturdays. These events are an exciting introduction to orienteering, and are aimed at children, families, beginners and improvers of all ages. More experienced orienteers are also welcome to attend.
The Thames Valley Junior Orienteering League runs in conjunction with the Saturday Series.
Courses of all standards and help for beginners is available. More Info…
Please note the following regarding our events … continue reading
2026
| Date | Event | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, September 12th | Waddesdon Manor | Waddesdon Manor HP18 0JH | Details |
| Saturday, October 10th | To be confirmed Wittenham Clumps | Earth Trust, Little Wittenham OX14 4QZ | Details |
| Saturday, November 21st | To be confirmed Brill Common | Brill Common HP18 9TQ | Details |
| Saturday, December 12th | To be confirmed Hill End | Hill End Outdoor Education Centre, Cumnor OX2 9NJ | Details |
2027
| Date | Event | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, January 16th | To be confirmed Kings Wood | Tylers Green Schools, HP10 8DS HP10 8DS | Details |
| Saturday, February 20th | To be confirmed Deangarden Woods | Deangarden Woods HP11 1QX | Details |
| Saturday, April 24th | To be confirmed Uffington White Horse | Uffington White Horse Hill SN7 7QL | Details |
| Saturday, May 8th | To be confirmed Cutteslowe Park, Oxford | Cutteslowe Park, Oxford OX2 8ES | Details |
| Saturday, June 12th | To be confirmed University Parks, Oxford | University Parks, Oxford OX1 3RF | Details |
| Saturday, July 17th | To be confirmed Wittenham Clumps | Wittenham Clumps OX14 4QZ | Details |
| Saturday, September 18th | To be confirmed Waddesdon Manor | Waddesdon Manor HP18 0JY | Details |
| Saturday, October 9th | To be confirmed Oxford Brookes | Oxford Brookes Campus OX3 0BX | Details |
| Saturday, November 13th | To be confirmed Brill Common | Brill Common OX2 9NJ | Details |
| Saturday, December 11th | To be confirmed Hill End | Hill End Outdoor Education Centre, Cumnor OX2 9NJ | Details |
How does it work
All our events require pre-entry, though we try to keep pre-entry open right up to the day of the event.
The event page gives a link to SiEntries, our external entry system. When you pre-enter you will be asked to say which 15 minute start time block you want. On the day, please try to be there on time and ready to run in your start block. But we will be flexible if you are a little early or late for your block.
What do I need to bring
You don’t need any special equipment, just come dressed for the outdoors and appropriately for the weather. In all but city centre parks, you should wear trousers to prevent scratches and nettle stings, but don’t be put off as our beginner courses will stick to paths. Do wear appropriate footwear though – paths do get muddy and slippery in winter.
We will lend you an electronic timing chip (SPORTident), a compass if you like and give you a waterproof map to keep.
Entering
All competitors will need to pre-enter, through our external entry system run by SiEntries. Once you know your way around it, it is quite simple to use, but it may be a little daunting the first time you use it. Look for the link to SiEntries on the event web page. And if you get stuck, the event page will include a name and contact details for who to ask for advice.