Archery

Experience Archery near Bristol, Bournemouth and Oxford

Archery has been practised for centuries in every corner of the world, and lies at the centre of the famous tales of Robin Hood. Now, we aren’t going to make you wear emerald green leggings and a feathered cap, but we will test just how good your hand-eye coordination is. An activity that needs a steady hand, using lightweight training bows but proper pointy arrows feel the thrill as your arrow splits your competitor's to take the glory – or not! Under the guidance of our experienced instructors, you’ll have every chance to hit the gold.

We offer a guaranteed activity time, when you will be holding the bow, excluding your briefing and instruction so you know exactly what you are getting. Dependant on group size, our standard session designed for those that want to experience the sport lasts around an hour, plenty to get you through the basics. The Go Large session offering 50% more activity time, offering a selection of targets. Our MAX session provides double the time, 60 minutes shooting, offering a range of more challenging targets, some moving and some exploding!

We have many different activities at our centres, so why not make a day of it and choose a combination of target sports, suitable for the whole family, or mix any of our driving, shooting or target activities, to prove who is the best overall. Alternatively try our 360 challenge, including archery, axe throwing and crossbow, keeping you on site for aound 3 hours for just £50.

Archery is available at all 3 of our centres, so if you're looking for things to do in Bristol, our activity centre is just 5 minutes from the Mall at Cribbs Causeway. Our Dorset centre is less than 30 minutes from Weymouth and Poole and 40 minutes from Bournemouth, and our Oxford venue is only 15 minutes from the city centre.

Archery from age 6+ depending on location.

Prices For Archery

Standard session for £32

Go LARGE session for £39

Full on MAX experience £45

How does the activity run?

We can have up to 6 people shooting at a time.Practice and competition with standard Olympic ring targets. Longer session times include a variety of different targets.

Does Archery require a lot of strength to take part?

Not necessarily, the objective is to keep the bow steady so we use lightweight training bows. Archery is more about the technique and consistency, this requires more skill and concentration than just strength.

What is the minimum/maximum group size?

We don't operate with a minimum group size, but it’s more fun to take part with someone rather than on your own, you can at least compare your skills. We reserve the right to mix parties off less than 6 people.

What day can i book, are you only open Monday to Friday?

The activity centre is open 7 days a week, excluding our Bournemouth centre which is closed on Sundays. All bookings are subject to availability and group size. Please call to discuss options.

How long does the session last?

It depends whether you have a standard, large or max session, and your skill level. The activity briefing will take roughly 15 minutes and then the specific time on an activity.

If you are acting beyond what Max Events, or our instructors deem safe/acceptable, you will be asked to leave the activity. No refunds will apply for misuse of equipment.

How long will I be on site?

This is dependant on the package booked but we ask that you arrive 30 minutes prior to the start of your activities, and you will need at least 15 minutes from when the activities have finished to getting in your car.

Duration is dependant on your activity choices but as a rule of thumb, If you book one activity you will be roughly on site for 1hr 30 min, 2 activities just over 2 hours, 3 activities 3 hours and so on.

Minimum age

No license is required and there is no requirement specifically on age. You must however be physically able to hold the bow. We can provide adult and child bows so we suggest a minimum age of 6 years

Am I insured?

Max Events carries £5 million public liability insurance. This covers us and you in the event of our negligence subject to the terms and conditions of the policy. By taking part in an activity you are accepting that there are risks, you are provided with all instruction necessary to complete the activity safely, if you choose to ignore our instructions and operate any equipment beyond your ability or the boundaries that we provide then you will not be covered, it does not cover you for acts of stupidity or if an incident arises beyond our control.

Medical, Physical concerns

Our Ranges are designed to be used with shooters in a standing upright position. One hand holds/supports the bow, the other pulls the sting back. It is a requirement for a participant to be able to control all these functions. We may in some cases be able to provide a lane for wheelchair users, please call to check. For your safety please contact us before your event day if any of your group has any Medical, Physical or Mental conditions or disabilities which might affect them taking part in the activities.

Can we operate in any weather?

Unfortunately we cannot control the weather. We work very hard to ensure your event runs smoothly and with the required activities in your booking. If we feel we have a health and safety issue we would try and make contact in the week prior to your arrival and offer some alternative suggestions. In extreme circumstances on the day we may have to offer an alternative activity which carries an equal or greater value. Please be aware no refunds will be made if we are open and you cannot make the event, for whatever reason.

Will I get dirty / Do you provide overalls?

No, if your just doing this activity you wont get muddy.

Can I wear fancy dress?

Yes, if you like the look of Robin Hood, the Arrow, or Maid Marion it’s not a problem, so long as it does not have the potential to be caught in any moving parts, does not impair vision, means you are still wearing the correct footwear and safety gear.