Summer of Play: Soft archery
Try your hand at archery, with a short lesson and practice session at the Moorland Discovery Centre.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Learn the basics of archery, with our friendly team on hand to help you have a fun and safe experience.
This event is designed for children aged 5-11.
Free of charge, pre-booking not needed. Leave your name with one of our team on the day and they will assign a timeslot for your morning or afternoon session. Due to the popularity of the archery sessions, you may be asked to sign up for a timeslot and come back later in the day.
On Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer holiday, join in the drop in activities in the Moorland Discovery Centre as part of our Summer of Play activities.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
Accessible parking is available in Woodcroft car park. There is a slope down to the Moorland Discovery Centre itself, where there is an accessible toilet and baby change.
- Meeting point
Moorland Discovery Centre, accessed from Woodcroft car park.
- Suitability for children
Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear for being outside in the summer.
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