90-year-old sharpshooter Roy continues to go strong for Chantry Bowmen
CHANTRY Bowmen of Rotherham’s oldest member, Roy Marsh, recently celebrated his 90th birthday.
He continues to attend practice days outdoors at Phoenix Sports and Social Club and winter evenings indoors at Thrybergh School and at Sheffield Hallam’s Sports Ground, Brinsworth. His calm, easy manner and unfailing sense of humour make him a very popular club member.
Roy Marsh took up archery in 2012 after taking his grandson James for lessons with Chantry Bowmen. He has taken part in several Crecy shoots organised by his club and the famous Scorton Silver Arrow.
Roy’s sons Phil and Ian and his grandchildren James, Jason, Paul and Kelly have all taken up archery as a hobby.
Chantry Bowmen offer lessons for beginners indoors during the winter months with all equipment and tuition provided. Six weekly sessions of two hours in a safe and friendly environment where you can learn target archery and how to shoot safely.
Sessions take place on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons and early evenings at Phoenix Sports and Social Club, Pavilion Lane, Brinsworth.
Upcoming events hosted by Chantry Bowmen of Rotherham.
Saturday, May 9 ‘The Sword Shoot’ from 10 am at Phoenix Sports and Social Club
Saturday, May 16 ‘The Antient (sic) Scorton Silver Arrow’ from 10 am at Phoenix Sports and Social Club. Email [email protected]