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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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News
17 March 2025

Angling Trust warns of environmental harm over Chancellor’s cost-cutting regulation plan

Following Downing Street’s announcement that Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled an action plan to…
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Enforcement
17 March 2025

Drive to prevent fish theft and illegal fishing during coarse fishing close season

The annual coarse fishing close season for rivers and streams is now in operation and runs until 15t…
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Lines On The Water
17 March 2025

The ‘New’ Angling Improvement Fund Predation Round. How does it work?

In March 2025, The Angling Improvement Fund’s Predation round extended its window of opportunity. Th…
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Get Fishing News
15 March 2025

New to fishing? Not sure about the river close season? Other fisheries are still open – here’s how to find out where

The annual close season for coarse fish on rivers in England and Wales starts at the beginning of th…
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Get Fishing News
14 March 2025

Welcome to Jack Culpin, the new Regional Angling Development Officer for the East of England

This month we welcome Jack Culpin to the Angling Trust’s Participation Team of Regional Anglin…
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Member Benefits
13 March 2025

Catchdry – 10% on all products

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Competitions
12 March 2025

NEW FREE-TO-ENTER CARP COMPETITION – JOIN THE CHALLENGE NOW!

The Angling Trust Carp Challenge sponsored by Carp Scene is a brand-new concept in carp fishing that…
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Competitions
12 March 2025

NEW GRASSROOTS TEAM EVENT IN 2025 – DEADLINE FAST APPROACHING!

Last month, Angling Trust Competitions were pleased to announce the launch of SuperCup 2025 sponsore…
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12 March 2025

Join us for Spring into Fishing! 🌸🎣

Spring into Fishing events are back! Whether you’re a seasoned angler who wants to bring a new…
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