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Awards and Competitions
Alan Faulkner Memorial Award
Sponsored by Suzuki Marine, the Alan Faulkner Memorial Award has been created by the Trust in memory of its Founder President who died in November 2002. It is an annual award and goes to the game fishery that, in the judges' opinion, provides disabled anglers with the most outstanding service, facilities, opportunities and access.
The Trust is delighted to have Suzuki Marine sponsor the award.
Their input undoubtedly helps raise the award's profile and encourages more fisheries to provide suitable access
and facilities.
“Suzuki is pleased to support the Wheelyboat Trust and the work they do
in ensuring the sport of fishing is available to all anglers.”
- Marine Division Sales & Marketing Manager Gareth Lumsdaine
2010 winner – Toft Newton Trout Fishery
On behalf of The Wheelyboat Trust, veteran actor and passionate angler Bernard Cribbins presented Jason Foster of Toft Newton Trout Fishery with this year's Alan Faulkner Memorial Award. The presentation took place on Friday, 23rd July at the CLA Game Fair, held this year at Ragley Hall. The main prize was a 4hp outboard motor provided by the award's sponsors, Suzuki Marine.
Toft Newton Trout Fishery is a small reservoir in the heart of rural Lincolnshire and is well established as Lincolnshire's number one trout fishing venue. The 40 acre reservoir provides excellent sport for all trout anglers from beginners to expert. It is a concrete bowl and consequently has its limitations in terms of access for disabled anglers but gets round this by operating one of the original Mk I Wheelyboats to run alongside its fleet of standard boats. However, what impressed the judges the most was Jason Foster's determination to ensure that disabled anglers can get on the water and fish. His attitude and thoughtfulness towards the needs of disabled anglers is exemplary and the service he offers is first class. While bank access is limited for wheelchair users, the fishing lodge, loos and parking are all accessible, essential requirements for a hassle-free day's fishing in Toft's Wheelyboat.
l to r: Steven Foy (Suzuki Marine Area Manager) Bernard Cribbins, Michael Evans (Fishing Grandstand Master of Ceremonies), Jason Foster and Andy Beadsley (Wheelyboat Trust).
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