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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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