The East Midlands League (League) is a series of East Midlands Regional events and run much like leagues in other sports. Individuals gain points towards their League position from each League event they compete in, with their best results counted towards their total score (see rules). The League runs annually from January to December.
The leagues are based on the Colour Coded courses, so if you choose to run in different Colours, you will score points in each of those Colours. The points will not be aggregated, though! Those persons with the highest points in each Colour at the end of the League period – win!
Would you like to sponsor the EM League? If you did, the League could be called after you! Contact the EM Chair to discuss.
East Midlands League Events 2026
| 11th January | Cademan (LEI) |
| 18th January | Thieves Wood (NOC) |
| 8th February | Harlaxton Manor (LOG) |
| 8th March | Aylestone Meadows (LEI) |
| 15th March | Watchwood & Calverton (NOC) |
| 22nd March | Bow Woods & Lea Woods (DVO) |
| 26th April | Castle Hill (LEI) |
| 21st June | Allestree Park (DVO) |
| 27th September | Longstone Moor (DVO) |
| 1st November | QEDJW (LEI) TBC |
| 15th November | Clumber Park North (NOC) TBC |
| 22nd November | Linacre (DVO) |
| 6th December | Outwoods (LEI) |
| 20th December | Walesby (NOC) |
The above 14 events are a provisional list of the East Midlands Orienteering Association League for 2025. Some have still to be confirmed and the list may be subject to some revision throughout the year. Please see the EMOA website for updates.
The courses included in the League are:
White, Yellow, Orange, Light Green, Very Short Green, Short Green, Green, Blue and Brown.
Planners please note: It is assumed that all nine courses will be provided at these events and unless the League Organiser is informed in advance, the event will stand for League purposes even if this is not the case. Please see below for contact details.
Entry into the League is automatic for all East Midlands affiliated competitors, unless you advise the League Organiser that you do not wish to take part. You must take part in two events on the same course to appear on the League Table. It is the competitor’s responsibility to check that you have received points for each event you complete. It is especially important if you have a name that can be shortened/lengthened eg Dave/David, Cathryn/Cathy as the computer cannot recognise that you are the same competitor. Your total score is the sum of your best ? scores over the whole year (see rules and details below for actual number). Plaques are awarded to the winners, both male and female, on each course, and certificates for the top three.
Good Luck and remember, the more you take part, the better your chances of winning.
Ursula Williamson
EMOA League Organiser
Ursula Williamson
0116 429 5381