How do I join a local archery club?

If you are already a qualified archer (member of Archery GB or NFAS) then please contact one of the club representatives.

How do I start?

If you are looking to get into archery, you will first need to go on a beginners course.

Two of our clubs run these courses regularly throughout the year. Bromyard Bowmen and Ledbury Archery Club hold beginners courses regularly throughout the year. The next course dates will be posted on this page as soon as they are known.

The Hereford Company of Bowmen will run courses on request.

what equipment do i need?

Our beginners course page gives you a more detailed explanation of what to expect to cover on a course including bow types, shooting a recurve bow and archery safety. Successfully completing a beginners course will allow you to join any Archery GB affiliated club in the country..As a beginner, we urge you not to go and buy any archery equipment at this stage. The good news is that on a beginners course all necessary equipment is provided for you.

On joining a club, equipment is usually available to hire for a small fee.  This allows you to practice your archery technique and develop your archery muscles. Your club coach will advise you on what equipment you might want to think about buying when you are ready.

can children participate?

Absolutely! Many clubs offer beginner sessions tailored for young archers. This image taken 11 May 2025 at County Shoot.