EAG and its sister event, Visitor Attraction Expo (VAE), came to a close on January 14, with the show organisers receiving favourable reports from exhibitors and visitors alike.

Whilst final attendance figures have yet to be released, organiser Swan Events said many were struck by the quality of visitors attending the three day events.

Exhibitor Leisure Engineering’s Bill Hammett commented: “[It was] a really good show – our visitors have been genuine buyers.”

“We’ve had an extremely positive show,” added Phil Setter of Whitehouse Leisure. “Our stands were well attended and there has been an appetite for spending money. We’ve received good orders.”

Swan Events said: “Organisers received several positive comments about the relaxed and forward-looking nature of the event and how participants had enjoyed the social aspects of the shows.

“Many organisations, including the IOA, BACTA and BALPPA hosted their own events during the show. Add to these the legendary after-show party and an extremely well-attended Veterans Lunch and there were ample opportunities to share views, to catch up with old friends and, dare we say it, to reminisce.”