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The 69th GWAS Dunster Archery Week 2025
Monday 14th – Sunday 20th July 2025
Dunster Castle, Somerset
Step into a week of heritage a at the iconic Dunster Archery Week, proudly hosted by the Grand Western Archery Society (GWAS). This is more than just a tournament – it’s a celebration of archery, camaraderie, and the stunning West Country landscape.
Set in the historic village of Dunster beneath its castle, the week features a full programme of events for all archers.
What’s on:
- The Dunster 3D Big Game Round
- Traditional Two-Way Longbow
- UK Record Status Western Round, including Vintage Equipment Challenge
- GWAS 151st Championship
- Victor Ludorum – awarded to the best overall archer of the week!
Early entry closes 30th June 2025 – book now to avoid missing your chance to be part of this unforgettable week!
All details and entry forms here:
https://gwas.org.uk/gwas-tournaments/dunster-archery-week/
Let’s keep the tradition alive — see you on the shooting line!
Welcome to the Grand Western Archery Society website. The Society was founded in 1861 with the purpose of promoting and encouraging the sport of archery as well as providing a service to archers across the region.
The Region consists of four county organisations and details of local clubs can be found on the County websites.
- Gloucestershire Archery Society
- Somerset County Archery Association
- Dorset and Wiltshire Archery Association
- Devon and Cornwall Archery Society
The Society is affiliated to Archery GB and Archery England
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