Want to Learn Archery in Somerset? Join Our Have a Go Day on 23 August 2026

If you've ever wanted to try archery in Somerset, there's still time to take aim and discover this exciting sport at the West Somerset Company of Archers' final Have a Go Day of the summer.

The club has already welcomed dozens of aspiring archers at two popular local events – the Porlock Country Fair and the Brompton Regis Horse Show and Gymkhana. Visitors of all ages enjoyed the opportunity to shoot arrows under the guidance of experienced club members, with many trying archery for the very first time.

From young people looking for a new hobby to adults wanting to experience the thrill of hitting the target, the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Throughout both events, participants discovered that archery is a sport that combines skill, concentration and fun, regardless of age or previous experience.

For anyone who missed these events, the good news is that there is one final opportunity to have a go before the club's next beginners' course begins.

Have a Go Archery Day – Sunday 23rd August

West Somerset Company of Archers will be holding a dedicated 'Have a Go Archery Day' at its club field in Wootton Courtenay on **Sunday 23rd August**, from **10.00am to 3.00pm**.

Whether you're completely new to archery or simply curious about the sport, our qualified and experienced members will provide all the equipment and instruction you need to safely enjoy your first arrows.

Why Try Archery?

Archery is a sport enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. It offers:

• A fun and rewarding outdoor activity
• Improved focus and concentration
• Opportunities to meet new people
• A sport that can be enjoyed for life
• The chance to develop new skills and compete if you wish

No previous experience is required, and all equipment is provided.

Learn Archery in West Somerset

Many people who attend a Have a Go session decide to continue their archery journey by joining one of the club's beginners' courses. These courses provide structured tuition and a pathway to becoming a member of West Somerset Company of Archers.

If you are looking for archery lessons in Somerset, beginner archery courses, or an archery club near Minehead, Porlock, Dunster, Watchet, Williton, Dulverton or the surrounding area, this is an ideal opportunity to find out more.

How to Book

Places are available throughout the day, but demand is expected to be high following the success of the club's appearances at the Porlock Country Fair and Brompton Regis Horse Show and Gymkhana.

To find out more about the Have a Go Day, beginner archery courses, or membership of West Somerset Company of Archers, please contact Training Coordinator Tim Riley on **07815 736715**.

Come along on 23rd August and discover why so many people have been inspired to pick up a bow this summer. Your archery journey could start with a single arrow.

Come and Have a Go at Archery This Summer!

Have you ever fancied trying archery? Why not come along and give it a go?

We're looking forward to welcoming visitors to our **Have a Go** events this summer. Whether you've always wanted to try archery, are looking for a new hobby, or simply fancy doing something a bit different, we'd love to see you.

You can find us at:

• Porlock Country Fair** – **Sunday 2nd August 2026**
• Brompton Regis Show** – **Saturday 8th August**
• Club Field, Wootton Courtenay** – **Sunday 23rd August**, **10:00am–3:00pm** *(FREE event)*

Our friendly club members will be there to help you every step of the way, making sure you have a safe, enjoyable introduction to the sport. All equipment is provided, and no experience is necessary.

Our Have a Go sessions are open to **everyone aged 9 years and over**, making them a great opportunity for families, friends, and individuals to try something new together.

If you enjoy your first taste of archery, we'd be delighted to welcome you back to our **Beginners' Course**, starting a few weeks later. The course is designed to teach you the basics in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere, giving you the skills and confidence to become a club member and enjoy this rewarding sport.

Whether you're aiming for a new challenge, a fun outdoor activity, or a hobby you'll enjoy for years to come, why not come along and give archery a try? We can't wait to meet you!

No booking is required for our Have a Go days.

But for more information on joining a beginners course, please contact our Training Co-ordinator Tim Riley on 07815 736715

2026 West Somerset Company of Archers and Bowmen of Danesfield Inter-club Shoot

On a phenomenally sunny Bank Holiday Sunday - 24th May 2026, West Somerset Company of Archers hosted another Somerset based archery club - the Bowmen of Danesfield for a fun inter-club competition.

Archers from both clubs took part using a range of bow styles, with compound, barebow, longbow and recurve all being used.

It was a great day shooting a "Windsor" across a range of distances - which meant six ends (36 arrows) across either 60/50/40 yards, 50/40/30 yards or 30/20/10 yards.

There was also a delicious BBQ provided for the occasion.

A trophy was awarded to Bowmen of Danesfield as overall they had a higher average score across all their team. Additionally, Bowmen of Danesfield members Rob Smith, Ewan Cotterell, Barry Iles and Linda Sharp were all recognised for their highest scores in their individual categories.

Hopefully this can become an annual event between the two Somerset archery clubs.

Bowmen of Danesfield are an archery club based in the Williton area close to the Quantock Hills. Find their website here.

Helping More People Try Archery!

Black Sheep Harmony are a dynamic female A Cappella Vocal Group based in Bristol, and as part of their weekend visit to Somerset, a couple of their group who are already archers, wanted to give archery try. We were happy to help, and the range was set aside for around 20 members of Black Sheep Harmony to try archery on a Sunday morning in September.

After their shoot, they treated us to a fantastic rendition of Bohemian Rhapsody, take a look below

See some photo's from the day at our Facebook page too (22.09.2025 entry) https://www.facebook.com/WestSomersetCompanyofArchers/

Archery 'Have a Go' at local show

The Brompton Regis Show and Gymkhana is a popular show held annually in the beautiful Somerset countryside.

In 2025, we were pleased to host 'Have a Go' sessions for people who wanted to try archery.

This proved popular, and was great to see so many loving our fantastic sport of archery!