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Darts
Darts is sociable, needs little space and is playable straight away. A few darts, a board – and the evening at the pub runs itself.
In from the first throw
Darts is sociable, needs little space and is playable straight away. A few darts, a board – and the evening at the pub runs itself. Unlike many sports, anyone can join in from the very first throw. That low barrier is exactly what makes darts such an ideal social game: you stand around together, throw in turn, and fall into conversation between visits to the board.
More technique than you would think
Easy as it is to start, there is a great deal to improve. A calm, even throw, a firm stance and concentration on the target quickly make the difference. The popular games of 301 and 501, where you throw down from a score to zero, exercise your mental arithmetic along the way. Stick with it and you notice progress quickly – which is exactly what keeps you going.
From a pub night to a regular fixture
Darts can be played anywhere there is a board – in a pub, at a club, at home. Many pubs run their own darts nights, some even leagues. Anyone who takes to it soon finds like-minded people. Throwing in turn, with pauses for chat in between, makes darts one of the least complicated ways to be in company regularly.
Tips for getting started
- Aim for a firm, steady stance and an even throw – consistency beats power.
- Play 301 or 501 to exercise your mental arithmetic along the way.
- Your own steel-tip darts at a weight that suits you noticeably improve your game.
- Find a pub with a regular darts night; you will soon find people to play.
Frequently asked questions
Is darts hard to learn?
Starting is easy – anyone can throw from the first minute. Getting better takes some practice on stance and technique, but the first successes come quickly.
Do I need my own darts?
Not to try it; many pubs keep darts behind the bar. Anyone playing regularly will benefit from their own set at a weight that suits them.
Darts near you
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