Archery in Nottingham
- surely no location could be a more iconic setting for learning this traditional shooting sport. Hidden within the depths of Sherwood Forest lie 150 acres waiting to be explored & you could say it's the spiritual home of archery courtesy of Robin Hood & his band of merry men. Your bowshot session lasts between 45 & 60 minutes &
Includes:: full instruction in how to hold aim & fire your bow & arrow. Archery isn't a skill that comes naturally to some people but the instructors at our Nottinghamshire activity centre are on hand to guide you through the techniques for drawing & releasing with speed & accuracy. You'll be fitted out with a suitable bow for your age & ability with standard recurve bows being a favourite 'all-round' design with archers everywhere. The Nottingham venue can cater for children as young as six years old but novices & seasoned pros alike are welcome & there's something to challenge every ability range. Your archery voucher is valid for a minimum of two people & a maximum of 20 meaning couples families or entire bands of merry men (and women) can all get something special from this target-based activity. If you'd prefer an exclusive lesson then a minimum of six people must book for weekend slots & 12 people on weekdays. However given the amount of time you'll spend on the practice range this experience offers excellent value for your money. With no dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham lurking in the trees to aim for so you'll be shooting arrows at standard circular archery boards. Don't be surprised if to begin with you completely miss the target it won't be long before a bulls-eye is yours & the sweet taste of victory lingers long after you've left the magical forest in Sherwood. Surrounded by beautiful woodlands & an air of myth & folklore Sherwood Forest is the perfect scene for some archery antics & participants both young & old cannot fail to appreciate the aptness of learning the time-honoured sport of archery here. Nottingham & Sherwood Forest in particular is the perfect location for learning this skilled craft & a session in these woods will be a surefire hit with any sharp shooters out there.