Offers of Orienteering United Kingdom
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The best areas to do Orienteering in United Kingdom
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Dunfermline (Fife)
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Orienteering 2 1/2 Hours South Wales
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Cardiff (Town) (Conwy)
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Cerrigydrudion (Conwy)
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Tips if you are going to do Orienteering in United Kingdom
Is the last time you went orienteering during PE? Or on a school trip? Well, it’s time to crack out the walking shoes again because orienteering is becoming ever more popular in the UK. As a sport that combiners trail running and map reading, orienteering is sometimes referred to as the ‘thinking sport’, as it not only trains you physically but also mentally. With plenty of clubs and trails all across the UK, more and more people are giving it another shot with family and friends – and having an amazing time doing so! So, here are our top 5 reasons why you should go orienteering in the UK.
1. Keep fit and healthy
Orienteering works out all of your muscles, both physically and mentally. As your skills grow, you'll be able to take on more difficult courses. However, you don't have to be in shape to get started—walking the route and enjoying the sensation of being in nature is perfectly okay. Researchers discovered that the advantages of exercising in nature greatly outweigh the benefits of exercise alone, providing you with more sense of happiness, energy, attentiveness and calm.
Orienteering works out all of your muscles, both physically and mentally. As your skills grow, you'll be able to take on more difficult courses. However, you don't have to be in shape to get started—walking the route and enjoying the sensation of being in nature is perfectly okay. Researchers discovered that the advantages of exercising in nature greatly outweigh the benefits of exercise alone, providing you with more sense of happiness, energy, attentiveness and calm.
2. Variety of adventures
The most well-known form of orienteering worldwide is on foot – almost everyone has done it either on a school trip or with the youth club during their younger years – but for the more adventurous aficionados out there, there are plenty of other options! Why not traverse the snowy mountains with ski-O, or navigate the waters of a lake with paddle-O? What’s more, you can also enjoy orienteering from horseback or on a bike for a more fast-paced experience.
The most well-known form of orienteering worldwide is on foot – almost everyone has done it either on a school trip or with the youth club during their younger years – but for the more adventurous aficionados out there, there are plenty of other options! Why not traverse the snowy mountains with ski-O, or navigate the waters of a lake with paddle-O? What’s more, you can also enjoy orienteering from horseback or on a bike for a more fast-paced experience.
3. Anyone can do it
Every event offers a variety of courses for people of all skill and fitness levels, from beginners to advanced. Beginners of all ages prefer to go out with a partner, and younger children should be accompanied by an adult until they are comfortable reading maps alone – there’s no age limit for those wanting to learn new skills, and it’s an incredible way to spend a day out with the family! What’s more, to further promote inclusivity there is also wheelchair orienteering for those with limited mobility – there really is something for everybody!
Every event offers a variety of courses for people of all skill and fitness levels, from beginners to advanced. Beginners of all ages prefer to go out with a partner, and younger children should be accompanied by an adult until they are comfortable reading maps alone – there’s no age limit for those wanting to learn new skills, and it’s an incredible way to spend a day out with the family! What’s more, to further promote inclusivity there is also wheelchair orienteering for those with limited mobility – there really is something for everybody!
4. Enjoy a sense of tranquillity and relaxation
When you’re out in nature, surrounded by your nearest and dearest with just a map to guide you, you soon forget about everything else. It’s easy to just get lost in the moment, and the places you’ll visit across the UK will take your breath away. Even if you lose your way there’s no problem – your surroundings will evoke a sense of calm – and all you have to do is find the route again. Your only worries when you’re out orienteering are the map, and where’s the next beautiful view for some stunning photos.
When you’re out in nature, surrounded by your nearest and dearest with just a map to guide you, you soon forget about everything else. It’s easy to just get lost in the moment, and the places you’ll visit across the UK will take your breath away. Even if you lose your way there’s no problem – your surroundings will evoke a sense of calm – and all you have to do is find the route again. Your only worries when you’re out orienteering are the map, and where’s the next beautiful view for some stunning photos.
5. Explore new places
Use your newfound navigating abilities to explore further away once you've attempted a few local activities. Alternatively, pick an event wherever you are on vacation and venture into unfamiliar territory. The basics of orienteering are the same everywhere, so the maps and checkpoints will be familiar no matter where you are across the UK.
Use your newfound navigating abilities to explore further away once you've attempted a few local activities. Alternatively, pick an event wherever you are on vacation and venture into unfamiliar territory. The basics of orienteering are the same everywhere, so the maps and checkpoints will be familiar no matter where you are across the UK.
When should I go?
Orienteering can be done at any time of the year, throughout all the seasons (and if you don’t mind being cold or wet, in the snow and rain too!). Each different type of weather adds a different ambience to the journey, and every experience will be unique. What’s more, you can even go orienteering in the night, which is a truly breath taking experience!
Orienteering can be done at any time of the year, throughout all the seasons (and if you don’t mind being cold or wet, in the snow and rain too!). Each different type of weather adds a different ambience to the journey, and every experience will be unique. What’s more, you can even go orienteering in the night, which is a truly breath taking experience!
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Frequently asked questions about Orienteering in United Kingdom
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You can buy or gift Orienteering in United Kingdom from £23. There are 357 companies and you have 9 offers from which to choose your favourite.
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The best-selling offers are:
- Orienteering 2 1/2 Hours South Wales
- Orienteering for Families Full Day Scotland
- Adventure Package 3 hours of fun
- Childrens High Adventure Holiday Club
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The main locations to do Orienteering in United Kingdom are:
- Cumbria
- Devon
- Derbyshire
- North Yorkshire
- Lancashire
- Gwynedd
- Highland
- Powys
- Somerset
- Greater Manchester
- West Yorkshire
- Surrey
