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THE BIG ONE SHOW AT STONELEIGH PROVES MASSIVE HIT

4/3/2020

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Year two of The Big One Show in Stoneleigh has been heralded a major success after thousands of anglers enjoyed the fishing spectacular. 
Staged at Stoneleigh Park, near Coventry on February 29 and March 1, the event took over the
two main halls at the Warwickshire showground and saw the UK’s top retailers and manufacturers joined by a huge line-up of star anglers.

TV legend Jeremy Wade, along with top anglers Steve Ringer, Tommy Pickering, Des Taylor and many more, entertained the crowds on the Angling Times Stage and Demo Pool, where they delivered an mix of tips, tactics and Q&A sessions with host Rob Hughes.

Vince Davies, who created the original The Big One in Farnborough almost 30 years ago, was delighted to see how much the Stoneleigh show had grown since its launch in 2019:

“It was a fantastic weekend and the feedback I’ve had from both exhibitors and visitors has been really positive. When we initially decided to do the Stoneleigh show our aim was to give anglers in the Midlands a fishing show to be proud of, and I think we have delivered that. That said, this was only the second year of show and we’ve still got room to expand. We are always striving to make future shows even bigger and better.”

He added: “I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all of the staff, visitors, star anglers and exhibitors for making this year’s show such a tremendous success – it really wouldn’t have been the same without you.”

The Angling Times Stage and Demo Lake proved to be a huge draw for visitors with packed crowds over both days of the show. Stage host Rob Hughes said: “Stoneleigh was absolutely brilliant and had a great vibe to it. This year was a fantastic show with something for everyone, especially the match and pleasure anglers.

“The stage guests wowed the audience, the trade stands offered some brilliant deals, and the tackle stands and manufacturers gave the chance to see the latest kit and meet the big names. I can only see this getting bigger and better,” he added.

Des Taylor, who spoke on the stage on Saturday, said: “I’d go as far as saying it’s been one of the best shows I’ve been to in years. It was great to meet and speak to so many anglers over the weekend.”

​Anglers and exhibitors also took to social media to praise the event. Posting at the end of day one on Facebook, Tackle Guru said: “What a day! A massive thank you to everyone who came to see us. It’s been non-stop, and we’ve loved every minute!”

Carp Spirit and Dynamite Baits’ Ian Russell posted on Instagram: “Really enjoyed the Stoneleigh show at the weekend. Thank you to all that took the time to visit our stands.”
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Source: Angling Times
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Steve Rushton
4/3/2020 10:19:57 am

I enjoyed the day meeting the angling stars and listening to the talks and also buying a bit of new equipment.

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