Shoot. Dodge. Laugh. The Best Group Activities in Manchester!
We are the #1 place to play Combat Archery (Archery Dodgeball) in Manchester with a dedicated venue, training range and armoury. We also provide a fully immersive Live Gameshow Experience called
‘Outplayed the Gameshow’. Perfect for birthday parties, team building, stag/hen do’s, family fun days, corporate events and fun with friends.
Unforgettable Experiences
Manchester’s most unique Group Activity. Live Gameshow or Combat Archery fun. We guarantee iconic memories, lots of laughter and an amazing time.
What is Combat Archery?
Combat Archery is a sport similar to dodgeball in which participants shoot one another using bows and foam tipped arrows which are non-lethal. Combat Archery is a fast paced sport which requires a lot of dynamic movement, clever decision making and teamwork to win the game cooperatively. Players can expect to have a great team bonding experience with us at The Archertype as well as release their inner Katniss Everdeen or Hawkeye!
What is Outplayed the Gameshow?
The North West’s most exciting live gameshow experience where YOU are the star of the show.
Step into the spotlight as you and your friends, family, or colleagues go head-to-head in a series of hilarious rounds including trivia quizzes, mini game challenges, quick-fire face-offs, and surprise twists. Just like being on TV, our professional hosts guide you through an action-packed experience full of tension, excitement, and plenty of laughs!
Pricing
COMBAT ARCHERY/ GAMESHOW
Closed Group Session consisting of :
15 Minutes of Training
60 Minutes of Combat Archery
Gameshow consists of Team Selection and Gameshow Experience
£26 pp (4 - 5 Players)
£24 pp ( 6 - 9 Players)
£22 pp ( 10 - 14 Players)
£20 pp (15 + Players)
OPEN PLAY SESSION
Join by yourself or as part of a group of friends
15 Minutes of Training
60 Minutes of Combat Archery
£22 per person
Last or First Sunday of the Month - Upcoming Sessions
Sunday 28th September - 2:00pm
Sunday 26th October - 11:00am
Sunday 30th November - 11:00am
“An absolutely amazing experience. Went here for my mates stag do. I would definitely come here again, not had that much fun in a while. Really good price, great for large groups. Vince and Franklin were really knowledgeable, showed us everything we needed, and facilitated everything with ease. They were funny and had lots of games we could play, we will be rebooking so we can try out some more!”
— jordan s (tripadvisor)
What our players say
Fantastic day out. Age range of family was six to 70 and host made it fun for everyone and ensured everyone was included, while also keeping the energy levels up. Fun range of games and quizzes. Would definitely go again.
— Jon o (tripadvisor)
Really fun couple of hours running around and launching arrows at friends. We were split into four teams playing quick rounds against each other, with two different game modes. Shout outs to Tim and Franklin for making the briefings fun at the start and giving awards to the best (and worst) of us after it was over. Honestly don't know where the time went, a great experience that we are already talking about doing again!
— richard v (tripadvisor)
We had an amazing time for a hen do today. Vince was awesome and definitely made us feel comfortable and suited the vibe of our group well too.