Ports Down Archery Club

Portsdown Archery Club was founded on April 28, 1945, making it one of England's most established archery communities. The club moved to its current location on Westover Road in 1971 and has been running continuously since. With a rebuilt clubhouse (expanded in 1984) and a dedicated outdoor range, PAC has earned respect as one of the most respected archery clubs in England.

Members get 24/7 access to the outdoor range when a key holder is present. Official club shoots run:

Informal midweek shoots are arranged via the club WhatsApp group. Summer evening shoots also run Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 6:00 PM.

• •Location: Westover Road, Portsmouth, PO3 6NS (What3words: types.horn.action)

Covers safety rules, archery etiquette, and basic equipment—different bow types, technique fundamentals. New members must complete a beginner course (either with PAC or another club) before joining as full members.

One-off "Give it a Go" sessions for individuals or groups curious about archery. Low-commitment way to see if the sport clicks.

Open to all members. Progressive distance-based training at 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, and 80 yards with achievement badges for each distance. Designed to build technique consistency and confidence.

New this year—structured coaching for newer archers looking to improve fundamentals and competitive readiness. Check the events calendar for schedules.

Winter competitive series (6 months) with monthly shoots. Standard round: 36 arrows on an 80cm face at 30m. Results posted quarterly.

PAC runs competitive events throughout the year including the PAC Double and open competitions. The club maintains a robust trophy cabinet spanning 50+ years of outdoor competition records. Regular club shoots let members compete informally or practice at their preferred distances.

Annual Membership Fees (plus AGB/HAA/SCAS affiliation):

Pro rata pricing available from October (£8.50 per month reduction). Club membership is separate from ArcheryGB membership—both required to shoot at PAC.

• •Full clubhouse with kitchen and toilet facilities
• •Target faces and archery resources (clipboards, record sheets, tools)
• •Equipment storage and maintenance aids available to members
• •Live shooting range with FAST safety protocols and unannounced drills
• •Field Captain-supervised shoots for member safety

PAC operates as a volunteer-run amateur sports club with an active committee managing grounds, website, coaching, and events. Members are encouraged to help maintain communal areas.

• •WhatsApp group for shooting coordination and range updates
• •Facebook for achievements and club news
• •Monthly PAC Newsletter
• •PAC Store with customized club gear (t-shirts, hoodies, polos, caps)
• •Gift vouchers available

Chairperson: Charmaine Gregory | Deputy Chair: Carl Greenwood | Club Secretary: Dave Dixon | Membership: Mark Luxford | Development: Mark Smith | Field Captain: Darren Maplesden