Have-a-go Archery
Discover your hidden talents and try your hand at archery.
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
Have-a-go at the medieval sport of longbow archery against the backdrop of Bodiam Castle. Learn how to get to grips with a bow and arrow from friendly instructors.
1 August–1 September | 10.30am–4pm | £4 for 6 arrows
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Suitable for adults and children aged 7+.
- Meeting point
Please ask at visitor reception.
- What to bring and wear
Wear clothing appropriate for the weather.
- Accessibility
There are gravel paths from visitor reception to the castle and around the moat. Elsewhere in the grounds there is uneven terrain and steep grassy hills. Please see the access page at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiamcastle
- Other
£4 for 6 arrows. Any child under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This open-air activity is weather dependent, and occasionally may need to be changed or cancelled at short notice.
Upcoming events
Children's summer crafts
Get creative and design your own shield or craft a pot or tile, inspired by the magnificent castle setting.
Bodiam Dig: Medieval graffiti tour
Join in with leading medieval graffiti expert and author Matthew Champion for an after-hours medieval graffiti tour around the castle.
Medieval Fair at Bodiam Castle
The return of Bodiam Castle’s popular family friendly medieval fair! (Free with admission)
Medieval encampment
See 15th century re-enactment groups visit Bodiam Castle and bring medieval history to life.