The project, funded by British charity Agincourt 600, will see BBS work in partnership with Archery GB and British Shooting to deliver a series of taster events for blind and partially sighted people across the country early this year.

Hosted by local clubs, the taster events will provide an opportunity for visually impaired people of any age or ability to try both sports for free.

Agincourt 600 is dedicated to commemorating the Battle of Agincourt, which took place in 1415.

The charity supports international friendship and understanding, commemoration, knowledge, and shared heritage.

It is claimed the BBS project is a unique way of increasing participation in target sports, while embracing and upholding these values.

"We are delighted to be working with Agincourt 600 on this joint sport and cultural project," BBS chief executive Alaina MacGregor said. 

"To be able to commemorate the Battle of Agincourt in such a unique way will be so rewarding for our members, the wider visually impaired community and for clubs and coaches of target sports across the UK.

"We are looking forward to working with Archery GB and British Shooting as well as local clubs to host a series of fantastic events for people living with sight loss to be inspired to take up archery and/or shooting."

The taster events will be followed by a series of free club sessions to provide further opportunities for anyone interested in taking up either archery or shooting more seriously.

These sessions will give participants the chance to develop their skills and technique as well as become fully involved in local club environments and activities.

In addition to the planned activities programme, BBS will work with Archery GB and British Shooting to create an educational resource for both disciplines.

The resource will provide information for clubs, coaches and volunteers about the adaptions required for a visually impaired person to take part in these sports, as well as provide hints, tips and guidance to ensure coaching and club environments are accessible and inclusive.

It will also include an historical piece on the Battle of Agincourt.

For more information about the project and to find out how to get involved, contact British Blind Sport on +44 1926 424247 or [email protected], or visit their website by clicking here.