The Spring Open Weekend at Glasgow Angling Store is almost here! From 7th – 9th March 2025, join us for Scotland’s biggest angling event as we kick off the new season in style.
This is the perfect weekend to gear up for the Trout season, meet fellow anglers, and take advantage of exclusive deals, demos, competitions, and expert coaching. Whether you’re a game, coarse, or sea angler—or just love the great outdoors—this event has something for you!
📍 Location: Glasgow Angling Store
📅 Dates: 7th – 9th March 2025
🔗 More Info & Offers: FMS Landing Page
🔗 Join the Facebook Event: Event Page
Meet the Angling Scotland Team
The Angling Scotland team will be on-site all weekend at the main entrance, ready to chat about all things fishing. Whether you want to discuss predation, otters, water quality, or just refine your techniques, our experts are here to help!
🎣 On Sunday, we are running FREE Coarse Fishing Coaching Sessions on the Canal—a fantastic opportunity for both beginners and experienced anglers to try their hand at fishing. Perfect for kids and adults alike!
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👥 Our team: Gus Brindle, Mike Horn & Andy Macgregor
Come along, ask questions, and get involved!
Weekend Highlights
✅ Fly Tyers Row – The biggest lineup of fly tyers ever at the event, covering everything from Clyde Style Spiders to destination fly fishing
✅ “Tie Your First Fly” for Kids & Beginners – A great introduction to fly-tying!
✅ Fly Casting Taster Sessions – With SGAIC Casting Instructor John Milne
✅ RNLI Lifejacket Clinic & Safety Roadshow – Free safety checks and advice
✅ Henry Gilbey Live! – Talking all things Bass & Coastal Lure Fishing + lure tank demos
✅ Boat World & ePropulsion – Boat & engine exhibitions outside the store and in the marquee
✅ The River Clyde Foundation Hatchery – Celebrating 25 years of Clyde in the Classroom
✅ Guideline Sponsored Casting Competition – Prizes awarded daily + overall winner
✅ Lure Tank Demos – Featuring Savage Gear, Westin, Rapala, HTO & more
✅ LRF & Sea Rig Demos – With HTO & Tronixpro
✅ Reward Card Bonus – £5 back in points for every £50 spent (ask in-store for your Free Reward Card)
✅ Scottish Youth Fly Fishing Team – Fundraising & inspiring Scotland’s next generation of anglers
✅ BASC, Beretta & Hoggs of Fife – Visit them in Glasgow Fieldsports
✅ Swarovski In-Store Friday – Showcasing the latest gear + offering cleaning, repairs & maintenance on Swaro Binoculars
✅ Free Gift When You Register Online for Your Golden Ticket
…and much more!
Competitions & Giveaways
🎯 Casting Competitions – Run throughout the weekend, with prizes for all three days!
🎁 Exclusive Competition Draws – Enter in-store for a chance to win big!
💥 Monthly Prize Draws – Want to contribute a prize? Contact us, and we’ll include it in our event promotions!
This is shaping up to be the biggest and best Open Weekend yet! Whether you’re shopping for top brands, looking for expert advice, or just want to connect with fellow anglers, this is the place to be.
🎣 See you at the Glasgow Angling Store from 7th – 9th March!