Any wannabe lumberjacks out there? Perfect for group activities, team building, stags and hens, here's where to go axe throwing in and around Manchester.
Whether you're a fan of tartan, fancy flinging some axes or just really want to be like that wood-chopping man on TikTok (if you know, you know), Greater Manchester has a few places you can head to.
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Best Axe Throwing In Manchester
1. Boom Battle Bar, Printworks
Boom Battle Bar at Printworks is the place for axe throwing in Manchester city centre, especially if you're after an augmented reality twist. They've got two lanes here, each hosting up to 10 people and priced at £45 for half an hour or £80 for the full hour.
You can also book as part of stag, hen or birthday packages, which include axe throwing, drinks pong or darts, and two drinks each for only £25 per person - with the stag, hen and birthday boy or girl going free.
From just axe throwing to full group packages, Boom Battle Bar is a great choice.
2. Adventure Now, Worsley Village
Found in Worsley, near Eccles, Adventure Now is the one for you if outdoor adventure is more your style. Taking place in the picturesque setting of their 300-acre woodland, 50-minute sessions here are £30 each.
You'll get coached in different throwing techniques, with one target per person rather than having to share - meaning extra overall throwing time is on the cards here.
Outdoor axe throwing near Manchester? Adventure Now gets our vote.
3. One Adventure, Droylsden
An indoor adventure arena in Droylsden, One Adventure has you booking a three activity package of axe throwing, rifle shooting and archery starting at £37.50 each, which decreases in price per person as group size increases. You'll get 30 minutes on each experience and a bar serving cocktails and other drinks on the premises too.
Otherwise, make it a five activity deal by adding on golf (£5 per person) and laser tag (£6 per person) for the full monty.
Whether stags, hens, corporate or just because, One Adventure will sort you out.
FAQs:
How much does axe throwing in Manchester cost?
Prices vary by venue and package. At Boom Battle Bar in The Printworks, axe throwing is priced at £45 for a 30-minute lane or £80 for a full hour, with lanes accommodating up to 10 people. Their stag, hen and birthday packages — which include axe throwing, drinks pong or darts, and two drinks each — are available from £25 per person, with the guest of honour going free. At One Adventure in Droylsden, a three-activity package including axe throwing, rifle shooting and archery starts from £37.50 per person, with the price per head decreasing as group size increases.
Do you need experience to go axe throwing in Manchester?
No prior experience is needed — axe throwing in Manchester is designed to be beginner-friendly. All venues provide a full safety briefing and coaching from trained instructors before you throw a single axe. At Boom Battle Bar, pro axe instructors teach you technique and refine your throw throughout the session. At One Adventure, you get 30 minutes per activity with guided instruction included. Most first-timers pick up the basics quickly and are competing in group tournaments within minutes.
Is axe throwing in Manchester safe?
Yes — axe throwing at Manchester venues is a supervised, safety-first activity. All sessions begin with a mandatory safety briefing, and trained instructors are present throughout. At Boom Battle Bar, guests are required to wear closed-toe shoes without a heel and tie back long hair. Participants must also arrive sober — venues reserve the right to end a session if a guest is deemed unfit to throw safely. Lanes are designed with safety barriers, and you only throw when instructed to do so.
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