Start Archery Week gives people all over Great Britain and Northern Ireland the chance to try archery for the first time.
Start Archery Week will return in 2024. Clubs and other providers will throw open their doors and welcome people of all ages to come and give the sport of archery a go.
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If you don't want to wait until next year, you can use our club finder to start your archery journey today.
Start Archery Week 2023 took place from 6-14 May across the UK at clubs and other providers.
Here's some key stats from the 2023 event:
View the map below to see where events were held:
Families and people of all ages are invited to try archery and join in the fun, even if they have never picked up a bow and arrow before during Start Archery Week.
Across the country, Archery GB clubs and archery providers will open their doors to anyone wanting to give the fantastic sport of archery a go!
Visitors of all abilities and ages will be able to have a go at archery, delivered by our amazing team of qualified archery coaches and volunteers. There are no limits as to who can do archery – it’s for everybody regardless of physical ability. It also has numerous health and wellbeing benefits and is well documented as a confidence-boosting sport. Just give it a go!
All equipment will be provided, so participants just need to bring themselves and plenty of enthusiasm. Please note, some events may require prior booking, and some may charge a nominal fee for participation – please check with the organiser for full details.
Archery can be enjoyed by all ages but some beginners' courses set an age limit of around 8. At Start Archery Week, clubs will often have soft archery kits or extra volunteers on hand to support younger children.
All equipment will be provided. For a Start Archery Week event the kit provided typically includes a bow, arrows, an arrow stand or quiver, an arm guard and a target.
Dress for the weather and wear flat shoes. Suncream and water is a good idea if it's sunny. Long hair should be tied up and glasses or sunglasses or a sunhat can be worn.
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Clubs run beginners' courses, taster sessions and have-a-gos throughout the year. Visit our experience finder to find archery experiences near you today.
