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FishOMania 2026 Finalists
- Brad Lucas (🏆 2025 FishOMania Winner)
- Matt Redman
- Jake Fowles
- Jake Dye
- Chris Barley
- Jamie Hughes
- Harry Campbell
FishOMania 2026 Qualifier Dates
Wednesday, 1st April 2026 – Tunnel Barn Farm, Shrewley (120 pegs)
Wednesday, 8th April 2026 – Boldings Pools, Bridgnorth (100 pegs)
Saturday, 11th April 2026 – Hallcroft Fishery, Retford (100 pegs)
Sunday, 12th April 2026 – Decoy Lakes, Peterborough (100 pegs)
Saturday, 18th April 2026 – Old Hough Fishery, Middlewich (100 pegs)
Sunday, 19th April 2026 – Partridge Lakes Fishery, Warrington (100 pegs)
Wednesday, 22nd April 2026 – Tunnel Barn Farm, Shrewley (100 pegs)
Wednesday, 29th April 2026 – Westwood Lakes, Boston (100 pegs)
Saturday, 2nd May 2026 – Float Fish Farm and Fishery, Nottinghamshire (100 pegs)
Wednesday, 6th May 2026 – Springvale Fishing Lakes, Newark (100 pegs)
Saturday, 9th May 2026 – Weston Pools Fishery, Oswestry (100 pegs)
Saturday, 16th May 2026 – The Oaks Lakes, Thirsk (100 pegs)
Wednesday, 20th May 2026 – Old Hough Fishery, Middlewich (100 pegs)
Saturday, 23rd May 2026 – Makins Fishery, Nuneaton (100 pegs)
Wednesday, 27th May 2026 – Springvale Fishing Lakes, Newark (100 pegs)
Saturday, 30th May 2026 – Moorlands Farm Fishery, Kidderminster (100 pegs)
Wednesday, 3rd June 2026 – Partridge Lakes Fishery, Warrington (100 pegs)
Saturday, 6th June 2026 – Lindholme Leisure Lakes, Doncaster (120 pegs)
Wednesday, 10th June 2026 – Weston Pools Fishery, Oswestry (100 pegs)
Saturday, 13th June 2026 – Westwood Lakes, Boston (100 pegs)
Wednesday, 17th June 2026 – Gold Valley Lakes, Aldershot (100 pegs)
Saturday, 20th June 2026 – Heronbrook Fisheries, Eccleshall (100 pegs)
Wednesday, 24th June 2026 – Moorlands Farm Fishery, Kidderminster (100 pegs)
Saturday, 27th June 2026 – Tunnel Barn Farm, Shrewley (120 pegs)
Wednesday, 1st July 2026 – Lindholme Leisure Lakes, Doncaster (120 pegs)
SATURDAY, 18th JULY 2026 – FISHOMANIA 2026 GRAND FINAL – WESTWOOD LAKES, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE
Previous FishOMania Winners
- 2025: Brad Lucas (54.225 kg)
- 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.