The biggest names in the world of angling will be giving talks, there will be hundreds of new products unveiled for the first time and visitors will be given free giveaways at the two-day show on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 February.
Angling legends Bob Nudd and Steve Ringer will be entertaining visitors with fishy tales and Dean Macey will also be present to entertain while in the Jaguar Exhibition Hall carp fishermen and women will be well catered for.
Many companies are showcasing their products with Free Spirit bringing its new 200sqm stand to show products to carp fishermen. Maver will also have their biggest ever presence for match anglers and organisers promise there will be plenty of bargains on the stands of the vast array of retailers.
Organiser Lee Apps from Redwood Events said the show promised to be a great day out for all the family:
“This is the first Carp and Coarse Spectacular Show at the Ricoh Arena and we have pulled out all the stops to make it bigger and better than ever,” he said.
“The event is packed with the cream of angling’s manufacturers and retailers and as well as being able to hear stars from the angling and carp worlds give talks, there is the opportunity to win two holidays.
We are delighted Bob Nudd who is a legend in the sport will be on hand to talk to visitors, which is sure to be one of the highlights.
There will also be books, holidays, photography, fisheries and fishery management as we cover the whole angling world.
Whether you have a massive interest in the sport or want to find out a bit more, there is plenty to keep everyone interested – this is the biggest event in carp and coarse fishing and it’s free!”
Chris Owen, event manager at the Ricoh Arena said it was the first time the venue had staged an angling show.
“We are expecting this to be a great family day out because angling is a sport which can be enjoyed whatever your age or background,” he said.
The first 300 visitors will receive a free DVD and free goody bags including tubs of bait for children and magazines will also be handed out.
Admission and parking is free and doors will open between 9am and 5pm on Saturday, 18 February and from 9am until 4pm on Sunday 19 February.
More information can be found at the exhibition website
