The Barbel Society ConferenceTHE BARBEL SOCIETY Conference is the premier barbel event of the angling calendar. It will again be held at The Hinckley Island Hotel, Watling Steet, Hinckley, Leicestershire on Sunday 14th May. A fantastic day can be guaranteed for all who attend. The event is open to non members of the Barbel Society and tickets are priced at £ 25 for non members, £ 5 of which is refundable on the day to anyone that joins the society. The doors open at 9.00am and the event runs through until 5.30pm with a break at lunchtime and intervals in between too. There are many guest speakers on the day talking all things barbel. The speakers are: Tony Miles/ Trefor West John Bailey Ashley Burton Gary Knowles Gary Newman Fred Crouch/ Steve Pope At lunch time there will be a Wallis casting demonstration and tuition with Chris Lythe on the hotel lake. There will be a large tackle hall adjacent to the main hall with all sorts of goodies available to stock up on for the new season ahead including many tackle and bait stands. Everyone that attends will be entered into the golden draw where we have a very special mystery prize on offer well worth winning as well as a huge mega raffle with spot prizes drawn throughout the day. All in all a great day out for any barbel angler. So if you are new to barbel fishing wishing to learn more about barbel or a seasoned campaigner there is something for everyone at The Barbel Society Conference. Tickets must be booked in advance for this event, there are no tickets available on the day. To book your place at the premier barbel event of the year call Paul Owens on 07951 414490. |