Give orienteering a go – explore the city from ShAFF with South Yorkshire Orienteers

We are teaming up with SHAFF, the Pollen Market and the Outpost to provide an exciting opportunity for visitors to the Festival of the Outdoors to give orienteering a go for free!

Who's it for?

Anyone can have a go at orienteering. Choose your route and jog or walk at your own pace. We think families will particularly enjoy this course, which visits key Sheffield landmarks.

How it works

Come & visit our friendly volunteers at the South Yorkshire Orienteers stall at either the Pollen Market or the Outpost anytime between 10am and 5pm. We will explain what to do and give you a map.The aim is to navigate to the different controls (checkpoints) marked on the map. The more you visit, the more points you score.

The course and map will be on the Maprun App. We suggest you download this before you arrive but don't worry if you don't have chance - we will be on hand to help. When you arrive at a checkpoint the app will beep to notify you. It also keeps a tally of the points you score and shows the route you've taken. Don't worry if you don't have a smart phone, you can use the paper map and there will be small stickers at the checkpoints to let you know you've reached the right place.