DARTZ
Your Complete Guide to the Game of Darts
Everything about playing darts — equipment reviews, gameplay rules, buying guides for steel-tip, soft-tip and magnetic darts, setup advice, scoring systems, and the rich history of the game.
The Board Awaits
Rules, gear, technique and culture.
The History of Darts
From medieval archers to modern pub culture — the fascinating history of how darts evolved from a military pastime into one of Britain's most beloved games.
📋Darts Rules & Games
Complete rules for every popular darts game — 501, 301, Cricket, Round the Clock, Killer, and more. Scoring explained for all skill levels.
🎯Types of Darts — Steel-Tip, Soft-Tip, Magnetic & More
A complete guide to every type of dart — steel-tip, soft-tip, magnetic, brass, tungsten, and more. Find the right darts for your setup and budget.
📐Dartboard Setup Guide
How to set up a dartboard correctly — regulation height, throwing distance, lighting, wall protection, and everything you need for the perfect home darts setup.
🎯Dartboard Buying Guide
How to choose the right dartboard — bristle vs electronic vs magnetic, brand comparisons, what to look for, and the best boards at every price point.
💪Darts Technique & Practice
How to throw darts properly — stance, grip, aim, and release. Practice routines for beginners and intermediate players to improve consistency and scoring.
⭐Darts Product Reviews & Comparisons
Head-to-head comparisons of the best darts, dartboards, and accessories — tested and reviewed for home players, pub setups, and serious enthusiasts.
🔢Darts Scoring & Maths
Understanding darts scoring — segment values, checkout charts, common finishes, and the mental arithmetic behind every game of 501.
🧰Darts Flights, Shafts & Accessories
Everything about dart flights, shafts, cases, sharpeners, and accessories — how they affect performance and which to choose for your throwing style.
❓Darts FAQ
Frequently asked questions about darts — board height, throwing distance, dart weight, rules queries, and common beginner questions answered.
🍺Pub Darts Culture in the UK
The great British tradition of pub darts — league play, social club culture, pub etiquette, and why the local is still the heart of the game.
⚡Electronic Darts & Soft-Tip Boards
A complete guide to electronic dartboards and soft-tip darts — features, advantages, top boards, game modes, and why electronic darts are booming.
📖Darts Glossary
A-Z glossary of darts terms — from arrows to wire, every word and phrase used in the game of darts explained.
Whether you're setting up your first board in the garage, upgrading your pub game, or looking for the perfect set for the family, dartz.uk has everything you need.
What You'll Find Here
- Equipment Guides — Steel-tip, soft-tip, magnetic, and everything in between. What to buy and why
- Gameplay Rules — From classic 501 to Cricket, Round the Clock, and lesser-known variations
- Setup & Installation — Correct heights, distances, lighting, and surroundings
- Buying Comparisons — Head-to-head reviews of boards, dart sets, and accessories
- History of Darts — How a medieval tavern game became a national institution
- Technique & Practice — Improve your throw, consistency, and scoring
Why Darts?
Darts requires no special fitness, minimal space, and modest investment. You can play it at 8 or 80. It's sociable — perfect for pubs, parties, and family gatherings. It's competitive — the quest for consistent scoring is endlessly engaging. And there's nothing quite like the feeling of nailing a 180 or hitting that match-winning double.
The Numbers
- Over 3 million dartboards are sold in the UK annually
- Darts is played in approximately 60 countries worldwide
- The standard dartboard has remained essentially unchanged for over 100 years
- A regulation steel-tip dart weighs between 12g and 50g, with most players preferring 20-26g
Getting Started
If you're new to darts, start with our setup guide to get your board installed correctly, then read through the basic rules of 501 — the most popular game. Our buying guide will help you choose the right equipment for your situation, whether that's a pub-quality bristle board or a safe magnetic set for the kids' playroom.
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