What age is this experience suitable for?

This session is designed for ages 12 and up, making it great for teens and adults alike.

Do I need any prior experience?

No experience is needed; all skill levels are welcome and receive instruction.

Is running involved in the archery combat?

No, the combat is static to keep the game safe and focused on precision shooting.

What should I wear to the session?

Comfortable, weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and closed-toe shoes are required.

Are the tagging arrows safe?

Yes, the specially designed tagging arrows are safe and non-lethal, intended to mark hits without injury.

Can groups book this experience?

Yes, group bookings of 10 or more are welcomed and ideal for team-building.

Archery & Axe Throwing at Insight Activities, New Forest | Axe Throwing

Located in the heart of Hampshire, England’s New Forest offers a rugged landscape of ancient woodlands and open heathlands, making it a refreshing escape for adventure seekers. Insight Activities, based in Fordingbridge, brings an adrenaline-charged outdoor experience to Featherdown Farm with their combined Archery, Axe Throwing, and Static Battle Archery session. This 2.5-hour program is designed for anyone aged 12 and over looking to level up their precision and competitive edge amid a natural backdrop.

Insight Activities is unique in this part of the New Forest for its engaging mix of traditional archery and the less conventional thrill of axe throwing, capped off by a static combat-style archery game. Participants start by honing their skills on the archery range, learning to master recurve bows with specially designed tagging arrows. Then the pace shifts as you step up to axe throwing, an activity that demands focus and technique. The climax is the static archery combat segment—no running involved—but plenty of tactical shooting where each hit counts toward elimination. This format makes it safe and accessible while keeping the intensity high.

The New Forest’s terrain adds character to the experience, blending historic farming lands and wild woodland patches that have supported traditional crafts and outdoor skills for centuries. Insight Activities taps into this heritage by emphasizing skill, precision, and friendly competition, turning a farm setting into a dynamic arena. This makes the business a standout destination for families, groups, and corporate teams seeking something different from the typical forest walk or cycling trip.

Insight Activities also contributes to local outdoor recreation by offering a novel activity that complements the New Forest’s extensive trail network and nature reserves. It provides a hands-on, physically engaging way to get outside, learning traditional skills while immersed in the region’s landscape. Whether you’re sharp-shooting or throwing axes, this experience brings a fresh, kinetic energy to the New Forest adventure scene.

About Insight Activities

Insight Activities is an outdoor activities provider based in Fordingbridge, England, delivering archery, axe throwing, crossbow, bushcraft and mobile archery experiences across the New Forest and Dorset. Insight Activities runs woodland archery sessions, archery and axe throwing combinations, archery and crossbow sessions, medieval trio programs and themed events such as Zombie 3D Archery. Sessions typically run between two and two-and-a-half hours, with half-day and full-day bushcraft options available.

All sessions are led by experienced instructors who provide expert coaching and safety guidance for participants of all skill levels. Many experiences are described as family-friendly and welcome children and adults, with some woodland archery sessions noted as suitable for ages six and up. Bushcraft offerings include fire-making with flint and steel, hot-drink preparation over a fire, knife skills and seasonal craft projects.

Insight Activities offers options in both the New Forest and Dorset woodlands and operates from Fordingbridge to serve nearby locations. The business also provides mobile archery for private events and group bookings, bringing equipment and experienced staff to a chosen outdoor site.

Bookings accommodate family groups, parties and outdoor enthusiasts seeking skills-based experiences in nature. The focus is on practical learning, safe instruction and memorable outdoor time. Insight Activities features single-session adventures such as two-hour woodland archery and longer bushcraft sessions for those wanting immersive outdoor skills. For details on specific sessions and availability, consult the activity descriptions for each New Forest and Dorset experience. Group sizes and exact times vary by activity and are provided at booking online.