Help protect, promote and develop fishing for all - join the Angling Trust
Find places to fish, tackle shops, clubs, coaches and river levels
Angling Improvement Fund Predation Round open for Clubs and Fisheries
The National Governing Body for angling in England - support us
Anglers Against Pollution: our campaign for cleaner waters
Fishing for Good: Angling Trust Strategic Plan 2023-28
Coarse, sea and game competitions plus all the info on Team England
We Fish as One: connecting people from all backgrounds with angling
Nationwide beginner fishing sessions
Your chance to win £25,000!
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The Angling Trust
We are a not for profit organisation, representing anglers, fighting for fish, fishing and the environment.
We are recognised by the Government as the National Governing Body for angling in England and partner with Visit Wales and NRW to promote Fishing in Wales.
We are a member-based organisation made up of anglers of all disciplines providing a united front to represent, grow and protect our sport.
Help protect the waters we fish
By becoming a member of the Angling Trust you are helping to protect the waters you fish in and the fish which live within them, ensuring their health and protection for future generations. JOIN US TODAY
Help grow our sport
By joining, you help us to invest in participation initiatives to introduce more people to fishing. Did you know in 2019-20 we helped 37,000 people try fishing for the first-time? JOIN US TODAY
Enjoy world class competitions
Whether you compete in coarse, game or sea matches, on commercial or natural venues, locally, nationally or internationally, as a member of the Angling Trust you have access to Britain’s biggest and best competitions programme. JOIN US TODAY
Receive great member benefits
Become a member of the Angling Trust and receive exclusive discounts on products and services from companies including CC Moore, Farlows, Sportfish, Aptus Tackle and Pallatrax Baits. Save money on day tickets up and down the country with our 10% Club and relax in the knowledge that your angling activities are covered with our £10m public liability and personal accident insurance. JOIN US TODAY
Take a look at some of the work your membership supports
OUR PARTNERS
The Angling Trust's work is supported by our Trade Associate Members
FIND FISHING INFO
Search for fishing venues, river levels, tackle shops, clubs and coaches.
LEARN HOW TO FISH
Beginner events - find one near you!
Get into fishing or take a friend
UPCOMING COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS
ANGLING TRUST MEMBERSHIP
Ready to become a member and support our work for fish and fishing? Find out more about our membership types below.
LATEST NEWS AND CAMPAIGNS
Angling Trust’s position on the 2025 Recreational Catch and Release Bluefin Tuna Fishery
Wild Fishing – The ultimate “where to fish” book for anglers who explore
NEW FRESHWATER SPECIES HUNT LAUNCHES
2025: Bluefin Tuna Recreational Fishing Permit Applications Open
Angling Trust and Clubmate: strengthening our partnership
British record barbel provisionally accepted
Angling Trust launches free descending device giveaway to support pollack conservation
Government rejects call to ban catapults
Angling Trust and Fish Legal honour long-standing volunteers at special lunch
Fishing in Wales
Get the most out of Fishing In Wales, essential information for coarse, game and sea angling – plus online booking!
We make a difference!
Volunteering
Coaching
