The third UK Northern Showcase, sponsored by Crown Direct and Deith Leisure, will take place from April 20 to 21 at the Pines Hotel in Chorley, Lancashire, this year.

The event is an opportunity for operators to view and order the latest gaming and amusement products in time for Whitsun and summer periods as well as attend BACTA’s north west regional AGM, which will take place on the 21st.

Dean Harding, managing director of Crown Leisure, commented: "The Northern Showcase is now becoming an established event in the UK industry calendar. With the demise of any northern events it is essential we give regional operators the opportunity to see what is current in time for the main holiday season.

"From our experience at the EAG Expo it is apparent buying decisions are being delayed as long as possible and Northern Showcase enables operators to make effective decisions at a crucial time."

The event will run from 10am to 5:30pm on the 20th and 10am to 4:30pm on the 21st.