The Phil Deitch Open Humber Charity Match

✳️ Save the Date, Everyone! ✳️

Last year’s event was a massive success — thanks to your incredible support, we raised over £10,000 for Phil and the Stroke Foundation!

We couldn’t have done it without you, and we’d love your support again this year. There are loads of ways to get involved:

  • Make a direct donation
  • Donate items or prizes for the match or raffle
  • Buy raffle tickets on the day

Every contribution makes a difference.

This year’s organising team:
➡️ Scott Richardson
➡️ Mark Taylor
➡️ George Smith
➡️ Brett Bartram
➡️ Wayne Leason
➡️ Kate Richardson

To donate or get involved, just contact any member of the committee — we’re here to help!


🏆 Biggest Fish Competition

  • 1st Prize: £1000
  • Single Biggest Fish Wins
  • Prizes/Cash awarded down to 20th place
  • Sea League Points awarded
  • Dedicated Ladies Section Prize
  • Raffle & Hot Food available at weigh-in

🎣 Match Rules

  • Entry Fee: £20 for seniors (16+)
  • Juniors (under 16) fish FREE with one paying adult
  • No bait bans
  • One rod / two hooks only
  • No fishing the river for 24 hours before the match

📍 Match Boundaries

  • South Bank: From the Humber Bridge to Cleethorpes Leisure Centre
  • North Bank: From the Humber Bridge to Hawkins Point

✅ Minimum Fish Sizes (Eligible Species)

SpeciesMinimum Size
Cod40cm
Bass42cm
Whiting / Haddock35cm
Ray (across wings)42cm
Flatfish30cm

What’s New for This Year?

✅ Introduction of a Ladies Section
✅ No fishing in the river 24 hours prior to the event
✅ Single heaviest fish will count towards the main prize pool

If you’ve got any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch!


Tickets Available From:

➡️ Squids In Sea Baits – Scott Richardson
➡️ Westlands Lakes – Phil Walker
➡️ Online Booking – Mark Taylor


We can’t wait to see you all again this year — let’s make it another one to remember!

Thank you! 🙌

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