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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

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LATEST NEWS AND CAMPAIGNS

Competitions
14 October 2024

ANGLING TRUST APPOINT NEW MANAGER FOR ENGLAND DISABLED TEAM

The Angling Trust is delighted to confirm the appointment of Paul Etherington as manager of the Engl…
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Competitions
14 October 2024

SILVER FOR ENGLAND IN MASTERS FEEDER WORLD CHAMPS

Match fishing at international level can be the proverbial game of two halves as World Champs are fi…
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Competitions
14 October 2024

MANAGER NAMED FOR NEW ENGLAND U22 CARP TEAM

  The Angling Trust Competitions team is delighted to announce that Paul Gordon has been named…
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Marine
07 October 2024

Anglers Views Needed on Southern IFCA Shore Gathering Byelaw

Southern IFCA has initiated a consultation focused on proposing permanent and seasonal closures for…
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Angling Trust
01 October 2024

Angling Improvement Fund now open for projects to control invasive species and increase biosecurity

The Angling Improvement Fund (AIF) has re-opened with £100,000 available to support angling organisa…
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Get Fishing | Brigepal Singh
Get Fishing News
24 September 2024

Londoner selected for Angling Trust’s short film YouTube series

A breathtaking short film celebrating the community contributions of a renowned angler aims to encou…
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Get Fishing News
24 September 2024

📷 NEW PHOTOS: Get Fishing event at Portishead Marina helps families find how to go sea fishing

Reel Fun Fishing Portishead ran a brilliant Get Fishing event at Portishead Marina this weekend, whi…
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Competitions
19 September 2024

ENGLAND KAYAK TEAM WIN SILVER IN CLOSE WORLD CHAMPS

Agonising does not do justice to the feelings of the Angling Trust Team England Kayak Lure team afte…
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Lines On The Water
18 September 2024

The Fisheries Improvement Programme – Supporting Club Development

Helping clubs and fisheries via the Fisheries Improvement Programme (FIP) is just one of the ways th…
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Fishing in Wales

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