Brands that matter, the anglers you follow, and a weekend built for getting hands-on. Whether you’re here to learn, shop, or just soak it all in, this is the one you don’t want to miss.
Big names. Big stories. Zero nonsense.
Reel Talk LIVE is where leading anglers, creators, and industry voices sit down for honest, no-nonsense conversations about the craft, the graft, and the moments that changed everything. Expect raw stories, expert tactics, behind-the-scenes insights, and the kind of straight-from-the-bank wisdom you only get from anglers who’ve lived it.
What to Expect
Timetable Release The full Reel Talk LIVE timetable drops in the coming months, including guest announcements, session times, and exclusive one-off moments worth planning your day around.
Hands-on demos. Real techniques. Proper fishing know‑how.
The Angling Skills Arena is your all-day, get-stuck-in workshop zone, a place to learn new rigs, sharpen your knots, master fresh tactics, and pick up the kind of practical skills you only get from anglers who’ve done the miles. Whether you’re brand new, levelling up, or just fancy trying something different, this is where you roll your sleeves up and give it a go.
What to Expect
Timetable ReleaseThe full Angling Skills Arena timetable drops in the coming months, including brand sessions and exclusive one-off demos worth checking the schedule for.
Big names. Big smiles. Proper legends.
On the Bank is your chance to meet the anglers you watch, the household names you trust, the brand ambassadors who live and breathe the sport, and the personalities who’ve shaped modern angling.
What to Expect
Schedule Release Meet the Anglers schedule will drop October – including appearance times and special guests will be announced – follow our socials to be the first to see who’s on the list.
Browse. Try. Buy. Bag a bargain.
After the latest rods and reels? Restocking your bait essentials? Or hunting down that one bit of kit you’ve been eyeing up for months? Across the show floor is where your wish list meets your wallet. This is your chance to get hands-on with gear before you buy, talk directly to the people who designed it, and pick up show-exclusive deals and bundle offers you won’t find online or on the high street.
What's under your scratch?
The Golden Ticket Grab is your shot at instant‑win rewards all weekend long. Pick up a Golden Ticket in the main foyer, scratch the panel, and see if you’ve hit a winner on the spot. Every winning ticket reveals a stand number – head straight there to claim your prize.
How It Works
Prize List We’re working with exhibitors and partners across every discipline to put together a prize pool worth getting excited about. A full list of participating brands and prizes will be announced – follow our socials to be the first to see what’s up for grabs.
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