Archery in Devon
Archery is an incredibly fun activity. No matter your age or experience, there’s nothing quite like the rush of hitting the bullseye.
Our qualified instructors will expertly and safely guide you through every step, using top-quality equipment and multiple target ranges. Whether it’s your first time holding a bow or you’re looking to sharpen your aim, you’ll be hitting your mark in no time.
Beyond the fun, archery teaches valuable skills like hand-eye coordination, balance, focus, and decision-making. It’s a brilliant activity for children and adults alike, making it a popular choice for school residential trips, company team building events, and family holidays.
Join us at our stunning site in North Devon and put your aim to the test. Get in touch today to book a session.
- Devon’s Leading Outdoor Activity Centre
- Over 45 Years Of Experience
- Fully Qualified Instructors & Detailed Safety Procedures
FAQs
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Can we include archery as part of a school residential?
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How do we book?
The booking process varies depending on the group size, age, and activity, but we try to make it as simple as possible regardless. Give us a call and we will check availability before explaining the remainder of the process.
Is archery safe?
Yes, there will be a full safety briefing before starting. We also provide protective gear and a clearly marked shooting range. Furthermore, all activities at Skern Lodge are fully supervised by trained instructors, all of whom hold first-aid qualifications. Learn moreabout safety at Skern Lodge.
Is your archery course open to the public?
Yes, everyone is welcome! Please be aware that all activities require pre-booking. Some activities need to be set-up or we may need specialist trainers on the premises, so we need to know in advance who is coming.
What should we wear or bring?
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What’s the maximum group size for archery?
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Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre
Appledore,
Bideford,
Devon
EX39 1NG
Contact
01237 475 992
Other activites at Skern Lodge
Assault Course
Make your way through a series of connecting obstacles including the wall, rope bridges, balance beams and a zip wire.
Body Boarding
Body boarding is great fun and quick to learn too. It's a bit like surfing but on smaller boards, but unlike surfing you don't stand up, instead you lie on the board and catch the next big wave back to shore.
Climbing
Climbing is an exhilarating sport that can appeal to all levels of ability. On site we have two climbing walls. We have a low level traversing wall to practise climbing skills and a full height climbing tower with two walls to stretch and challenge.
Coastal Exploration
Coastal traversing involves climbing and scrambling around the sea cliffs. Traverse along, over, under, around and through the rocky obstacles. Try and stay dry as you find a way to dodge the rock pools. You may even come across the odd piece of shipwreck.
Hartland Day
Spend the whole day on the beautiful North Devon coastline. Explore, walk and scramble over the rugged natural features. This is an opportunity to spend time walking and coastal traversing in this amazing location. Subject to tides and conditions.
High Ropes
Our high ropes course stands 12 metres high. The course can be used for a variety of challenges - High beams, multi-vines, scramble net and trapeze to name a few!
Kayaking
Enjoy a trip along the River Torridge, our sheltered estuary. For most sessions we use Sit-on-tops, which allow for two people and as the name suggests you sit on top. But if you would rather like a closed cockpit let us know.
Powerboating
Take the wheel under the guidance of our qualified instructor and experience racing across the seas in our RIB Powerboat.
Surfing
With one of the ideal safe surf beaches on our doorstep, Westward Ho! provides the ideal location to take to the waves. We offer surf sessions using soft surfboards. These are ideal for beginner and intermediate surfers.
