
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.
The Saturday Series League for others also runs in conjunction with the Series.
Courses of all standards and help for beginners is available. More Info…
Please note the following regarding our events … continue reading
2025
Date | Event | Location | Details |
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Saturday, October 4th | Saturday Series – Keephill and Deangarden Woods | Keephill and Deangarden Woods, High Wycombe HP11 1QX | Details |
Saturday, November 15th | To be confirmed Saturday Series – Chesham Bois | Moor Road car park, Chesham HP5 1SE | Details |
Saturday, December 13th | To be confirmed Saturday Series – Brill Common | Brill Common HP18 9SZ | Details |
2026
Date | Event | Location | Details |
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Saturday, January 17th | To be confirmed Saturday Series – Kings Wood | Kings Wood, High Wycombe HP10 8DS | Details |
Saturday, February 21st | To be confirmed Park Wood Bradenham | Park Wood, Bradenham HP14 4UE | Details |
Saturday, March 7th | To be confirmed Hill End | Hill End Outdoor Education Centre, Cumnor OX2 9NJ | Details |
Saturday, April 11th | To be confirmed Shotover | Shotover Country Park, Oxford OX3 8TD | Details |
Saturday, May 9th | To be confirmed Cutteslowe Park, Oxford | Cutteslowe Park, Oxford OX2 8ES | Details |
Saturday, June 13th | To be confirmed University Parks, Oxford | University Parks, Oxford OX1 3RF | Details |
Saturday, July 11th | To be confirmed Oxford Brookes | Oxford Brooked Campus OX3 0BX | Details |
Saturday, October 10th | To be confirmed Wittenham Clumps | Earth Trust, Little Wittenham OX14 4QZ | Details |
Saturday, November 14th | 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 |
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.