Grandisson Archers Archery Club

If you've ever fancied letting an arrow fly without the Instagram-ready pretence of a medieval fair, Grandisson Archers near West Hill in Devon is the real deal. This is a proper club for people who actually shoot, not a tourist attraction trying to cash in on Robin Hood nostalgia. You'll need to get in touch beforehand to arrange a session - they're not the sort of place that opens to walk-ins - but once you're there, you get genuine instruction from people who know what they're doing. A session typically runs an hour or so, and beginners are welcome, though expect to spend the first bit learning stance and release before you're actually hitting targets. It's absorbing stuff. Families with kids aged ten and up tend to get the most from it, though adults who fancy trying something different often find it unexpectedly absorbing. The whole affair sits well within a Devon holiday park break - you're only a short drive from Cuckoo Down Farm Glamping or the larger Oakdown and Castle Brake parks further afield. The countryside around West Hill is decent walking territory too, so you could easily tuck this into a mixed itinerary rather than making it the whole trip. Worth ringing ahead to check current availability and fees.