Delight as archery club relocates to their new home and has a visit from the Lord Mayor
Fort Purbrook Company of Bowmen have recently relocated from the fort nearby to Purbrook Park School and welcomed the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Portsmouth to their new home.
On the evening of Wednesday 13 May 2026, Fort Purbrook Company of Bowmen had the honour of hosting the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Portsmouth at their new home with the club recently relocating to this exciting new venue, with facilities for indoor and outdoor shooting.
The visit marked a significant moment in the club’s new chapter, with the Lord Mayor presenting a personal donation of £500 to help fund vital new equipment.
The funds will be put to immediate use, contributing towards a new backstop net and additional target bosses. Both will benefit members of all experience levels for years to come.
The Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress didn’t simply observe the evening’s proceedings; they joined in. Taking to the shooting line alongside the club’s members, they demonstrated a natural aptitude for the sport, landing every one of their arrows on target, with the Lady Mayoress landing her third arrow in the centre of the gold. Club members were delighted to share their passion with such enthusiastic visitors.
The club was formed in 1985 at Fort Purbrook, initially to promote junior archery, before growing into a club for all. They have achieved major success over the years producing several national champions, and British record holders, and having 2 of their archers selected to represent Great Britain in international competition. Due to changes at the Fort the venue was no longer suitable for the club, so when the opportunity for a new partnership with Purbrook Park School arose the club decided to make that move.
Regular club sessions take place every Wednesday and Friday evening, 7–9pm, at Purbrook Park School. The club warmly welcomes archers of all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to seasoned competitors.
New Beginners’ Course Starting 20 May
Inspired by the Lord Mayor’s visit? Fort Purbrook Company of Bowmen is inviting anyone with a curiosity about archery to join one of their upcoming beginners’ courses, the first starting Wednesday 20 May 2026. Running over six weeks, the course offers a welcoming and structured introduction to the sport, with all equipment provided and expert guidance from experienced club members. Further courses are planned throughout the year.
Full details about the beginners’ course, membership, and club sessions are available on the club website at www.purbrookbowmen.org.uk and on the club’s Facebook page: Fort Purbrook Company of Bowmen or email [email protected]
If you mention Purbrook Park School you will get a discount on the course fee.