Ant.
I would thoroughly recommend the South Tyneside magic convention in March. Its only once per year but it is a full weekend of lectures and socialising.
lectures during the day.
magicians only midnight show.
Two full evening shows for the public (free to delegates)
friendly informal chats between lectures and late night chats in the bar.
Dealers room.
Optional [additional fee] master classes for advanced sessions.
Not sure how many tickets are left, but its only £65 for the whole weekend. (plus travel and accommodation)
http://www.magicconventionguide.com/201 ... announced/2012 Line up (subject to contracts etc.)
David Regal ~ USA
Rob Torres ~ USA
Levent ~ USA
Christian Schenk ~ Germany
Mat Ricardo ~ UK
High Jinx ~ UK
Archini and Smith ~ UK
Ricky McLeod ~ UK