Asiatic Heritage Day 2026

THE HEALING BOW - ASIATIC HERITAGE DAY

EXPERIENCE THE HEALING BOW

🏹 ASIATIC ARCHERY • 🐎 HORSEMANSHIP • HERITAGE • FAMILY • TRADITION

Saturday 19 September 2026 | 11:00am–5:30pm

British Muslim Heritage Centre, Manchester

Step into the world of The Healing Bow for a full day of Asiatic archery, horsemanship, Furūsiyya, traditional skills, family activities, heritage, wellbeing, craft, food and community.

Meet our instructors and students, discover the philosophy and curriculum behind THB, watch our archers compete, meet our guests and partners — and have a go yourself.

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🏹 THE BOW & THE HORSE

🎯 ASIATIC ARCHERY TASTER

Try traditional Asiatic archery and experience the methods taught by The Healing Bow.

No previous experience needed.

🐎 HORSEMANSHIP

Meet Zahra, who has been riding since the age of one. Discover the Islamic heritage of horsemanship and see traditional riding skills in action.

Horse talks and demonstrations will take place throughout the day, with opportunities to meet and gently pat the horses.

🏆 FURŪSIYYA TRIALS

Witness the launch of The Healing Bow’s official archery competition framework as our students put their skills to the test.

Followed by the medal ceremony.

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🎤 TALKS & DEMONSTRATIONS

🏹 Ali Nazim — Founder & Head of The Healing Bow

The vision behind THB and the revival of Asiatic archery as a living tradition.

🕌 Sidi Awase Effendi — Spiritual Teacher

Islam, archery and spiritual development, and their relevance to young people and communities today.

🐝 Special Guest — Beekeeper from Aleppo

Meet our special guest, a beekeeper from Aleppo and PhD researcher, and discover the heritage of beekeeping.

🩸 Sophia — Hikma Wellness

The Forgotten Art of Leech Therapy — history and a live educational demonstration.

🕌 Dr Shamaela — The Whole Space

Islamic counselling, wellbeing, reflection and mindfulness.

🐝 Khalil — Beekeeper

Discover the fascinating world of bees and traditional beekeeping.

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🌿 TRADITIONAL SKILLS & HERITAGE

🔥 Bushcraft & Survival Skills — shelter building, fire lighting, whittling and natural cordage.

🛡️ Royal Armouries Weaponry Table — explore Asiatic arms, armour and martial heritage.

🪓 Wood Chopping — 16+ only, under supervision.

🛠️ Heritage Crafts & Artisan Bazaar

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Activities — kite making and children’s colouring.

🍽️ Food, Chai & Coffee

🤝 Heritage & Wellbeing Partners

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🌿 OPTIONAL HANDS-ON EXPERIENCES

Most activities are included with your admission ticket. A small number of specialist hands-on experiences are available separately:

Shelter Building & Fire Lighting - £4

Bushcraft - £5

Fire Cooking - £1.50

Horse Grooming - £2.50

Groom & Lead Rein Walk - £6 (4+ years)

Calligraphy Workshop - £3 (all proceeds to Palestine)

🎟️ ALL EXPERIENCES PASS - £12

Enjoy all participating optional hands-on activities throughout the day.

Available from the Information Desk on the day.

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🎟️ TICKETS

EARLY BIRD - £5 (SOLD OUT)

GENERAL ADMISSION - £7.50 (SOLD OUT)

GENERAL ADMISSION II - £10 (ADVANCE)

FAMILY ADMISSION - £35 (4 PEOPLE)

UNDER 7s - FREE

ON-THE-DAY ADMISSION - £15

Advance tickets are £10. Tickets purchased at the door on Saturday will be £15.

Your admission ticket gives you access to the full event, including the programme, archery activities and heritage experiences.

Furūsiyya competition entry is separate for THB students wishing to participate.

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🕚 DAY PROGRAMME

11:00am — Doors Open & Archery Taster Begins

11:30am — Horse Talk/Demo

12:00pm — Leech Therapy Demonstration

1:00pm — Opening Speech

1:15pm — Furūsiyya Trials

2:15pm — Medal Ceremony

2:30pm — Archery Taster Resumes

3:00pm — Special Guest: Beekeeper from Aleppo

4:00pm — Horse Talk/Demo

5:30pm — Event Closes

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🛍️ THROUGHOUT THE DAY

Heritage Bazaar • Food Quarters • Wudu & Prayer Facilities • Holistic Massages • Horse & Equine Demonstrations

All activities take place outdoors, with sheltered areas available if needed.

Please dress appropriately for the weather and bring a waterproof coat.

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COME FOR THE BOW.

SEE THE HORSES.

MEET THE COMMUNITY.

DISCOVER THE HERITAGE.

EXPERIENCE THE HEALING BOW.

Saturday 19 September 2026

11:00am–5:30pm

British Muslim Heritage Centre, Manchester

🎟️ BOOK YOUR TICKETS NOW

Tickets are non-refundable.