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Medieval Archery Demonstrations

Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 July

Jul 12th

Abbey Lawn, Tewkesbury Abbey

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?

Medieval Archery Demonstrations

Date: Saturday 12 July 11am & 6pm Date: Sunday 13 July 12noon & 2pm Cost :FREE Location Abbey Lawn, Tewkesbury Abbey


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