English Longbow Experience

£25.00

£25 per person · 1 hour · Ages 10 + (under-16s with an adult)

Step into legend. Grip a handcrafted longbow, nock feather-fletched arrows made in our own workshop, and feel how medieval archers mastered distance with instinct—not gadgets. Our bows are very similar to those used at Agincourt and Crecy - only the strings are modern, and not noticeably so.

£25 per person · 1 hour · Ages 10 + (under-16s with an adult)

Step into legend. Grip a handcrafted longbow, nock feather-fletched arrows made in our own workshop, and feel how medieval archers mastered distance with instinct—not gadgets. Our bows are very similar to those used at Agincourt and Crecy - only the strings are modern, and not noticeably so.

Why you’ll love it

  • Pure tradition – no sights, no wheels; just wood, string and skill.

  • Fast progress – one coach to maximum eight guests, so you shoot more than you wait.

  • Woodland field course – after the practice range, stalk fantasy targets hidden among the birches and hollies.

  • Artisan kit – every arrow is crafted onsite by our fletcher-in-chief (ask us anything).

  • Inclusive - We have bows and techniques for all strengths and sizes, so you don’t have to be muscular.

  • Stunning surroundings – Shoot in beautiful quiet ranges April – September in our five private acres of countryside between Colchester and Sudbury.

What’s included

✔︎60-minute longbow lesson (safety + progressive challenges)
✔︎Personal 15–45 lb wooden longbow, leather bracer & quiver
✔︎Unlimited ‘ends’ (rounds) with traditional wooden arrows
✔︎Guided woodland challenge with fantastical and fun targets
✔︎Free spectator entry

Optional extras

Flaming arrows - Finish your experience by shooting real fire arrows! It’s as awesome as it sounds. We’ve offered this unique experience for more than a decade. You’ll shoot in a safe area, under the guidance of our coaches.

Who it’s for

  • History buffs and hobby archers who want the real deal

  • Families with adventurous tweens / teens (ages 10 +)

  • People wanting a taster before joining a traditional archery club

  • Small work or stag groups looking for a heritage twist

On the day

  1. Arrive 10 min early at the outdoor car park (follow “Outdoor Activity Car Park” signs off Colne Rd).

  2. Gear up, get your safety briefing, and start honing your aim on Prince’s Colours targets.

  3. Follow your coach into the woodland course—be challenged by different angles, trees and even a swinging target.

  4. Photo finish. Bagging rights secured!

What to wear

Sturdy footwear, outdoor layers, and a belt for your quiver. We shoot on grass and forest floor—dress adventure-ready.

Book your slot

Choose a date below and add to cart. Want to book for someone else and not sure of the date? We offer gift certificates!

Need accessibility tweaks or a private session? Message us—our team can tailor every quest.