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Date/Time
Date(s) - 13/07/2025
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location
The Merchant's House, part of the John Moore Museum
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Medieval Archery Demonstrations
Archers from the Despenser Household will be demonstrating the deadly effectiveness of a medieval English longbow this summer. Watch how the arrows fly through the air and the impact on their targets, even on armour!
How many different arrowheads were available?
How many arrows can an archer shoot in a minute?
Did the English use poisoned arrowheads like the French proclaimed?
Date & Times
Sunday 13th July
12pm to 2pm
The demonstration and talk will last approximately 60 minutes with questions
Arrow Impact
Location
Abbey Lawn
Tickets
Free
Donations Appreciated
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