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Spectator tickets for the FishOMania final at Westwood Lakes on Saturday, 19th July 2025.

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FishOMania 2025 Qualifer Dates

Saturday, 29th March 2025 - Tunnel Barn Farm, Shrewley

Wednesday, 9th April 2025 - Boldings Pools, Bridgenorth

Saturday, 19th April 2025 - Westwood Lakes, Boston

Saturday, 26th April 2025 - Partridge Lakes Fishery, Warrington

Saturday, 3rd May 2025 - Old Hough Fishery, Middlewich

Wednesday, 7th May 2025 - Springvale Fishing Lakes, Newark

Saturday, 10th May 2025 - Oaks Lakes, Thirsk

Wednesday, 14th May 2025 - Weston Pools Fishery, Oswestry

Wednesday, 21st May 2025 - Makins Fishery sponsored by Tackle Guru, Nuneaton

Wednesday, 28th May 2025 – Gold Valley Lakes, Aldershot

Saturday, 31st May 2025 - Drennan Lindholme Leisure Lakes, Doncaster

Wednesday, 4th June 2025 - Partridge Lakes Fishery, Warrington

Saturday, 7th June 2025 - Monk Lakes Fishery, Marden

Wednesday, 11th June 2025 - Westwood Lakes, Boston

Wednesday, 18th June 2025 - Moorlands Farm Fishery, Kidderminster

Saturday, 21st June 2025 - Weston Pools Fishery, Oswestry

Wednesday, 25th June 2025 - Hallcroft Fishery, Retford

Wednesday, 2nd July 2025 - Drennan Lindholme Leisure Lakes, Doncaster

Saturday, 5th July 2025 - Moorlands Farm Fishery, Kidderminster

Wednesday, 9th July 2025 - Tunnel Barn Farm, Shrewley

SATURDAY 19th JULY – FISHOMANIA 2025 GRAND FINAL - WESTWOOD LAKES, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE

Previous FishOMania Winners

  • 2024: Dave Shires (45.150 kg)
  • 2023: Matt Dawes (52.875 kg)
  • 2022: Kristian Jones (56.75 kg)
  • 2021: Harry Bignell (85.22 kg)
  • 2020: Andy Bennett (40.10 kg)
  • 2019: Andy Bennett (52.50 kg)
  • 2018: Pete Black (51.35 kg)
  • 2017: Jamie Hughes (26.90 kg)
  • 2016: Andy May (27.15 kg)
  • 2015: Jamie Hughes (16.60 kg)
  • 2014: Andrew Geldart (19.57 kg)
  • 2013: Jamie Hughes (68.47 kg)
  • 2012: Warren Martin (30.67 kg)
  • 2011: Shane Atkin (20.53 kg)
  • 2010: Neil McKinnon (27.98 kg)
  • 2009: Matt Hall (34.77 kg)
  • 2008: Mick Bull (29.64 kg)
  • 2007: Clive Wright (51.92 kg)
  • 2006: Neil Machin (98.69 kg)
  • 2005: Marc Jones (17.55 kg)
  • 2004: Rob Hitchens (25.07 kg)
  • 2003: Matt Hall (22.00 kg)
  • 2002: Nathan Watson (39.60 kg)
  • 2001: Steve Jackson (37.61 kg)
  • 2000: Geoff Ringer (19.70 kg)
  • 1999: Steve Cooke (31.61 kg)
  • 1998: Steve Ringer (32.54 kg)
  • 1997: Kevin Rowles (17.59 kg)
  • 1996: Dave Pimlott (6.60 kg)
  • 1995: Andy Jennings (19.56 kg)
  • 1994: Ian Turner (13.15 kg)

About FIshOMania

FishOMania is a prestigious angling competition held annually in the United Kingdom. It is often referred to as the "FA Cup of fishing" due to its high profile and significant prize money. The event was first established in 1994 and has grown in popularity over the years, attracting top anglers from around the country and beyond.

Key Aspects of FishOMania

  • Format: The competition typically involves multiple qualifiers held across various locations, culminating in a grand final. The finalists compete in a series of timed weigh-ins, where they try to catch the heaviest total weight of fish.
  • Prize Money: FishOMania offers substantial prize money, with the winner of the grand final receiving a significant cash prize. As of recent years, the top prize has been £50,000.
  • Broadcasting: The event is televised, traditionally by Sky Sports, which has helped raise its profile and bring the excitement of competitive fishing to a broader audience.
  • Sponsorship: The event has had various sponsors over the years, with Cazoo being the title sponsor in recent editions. Sponsorship deals have helped increase the prize money and improve the overall organization of the event.
  • Venue: FishOMania has been held at several venues over the years, with recent finals taking place at Westwood Lakes in Boston, Lincolnshire. The choice of venue is crucial for providing a suitable environment for both anglers and spectators.

FishOMania is notable not only for its competitive spirit but also for promoting the sport of angling to a wider audience, encouraging participation and interest in fishing as a recreational activity.