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Find places to fish, tackle shops, clubs, coaches and river levels

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
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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
Get Hooked on Fishing at London UB5 6UR
Get Hooked on Fishing at London UB5 6UR
Get a Get Fishing Award at River Arrow for Alcester youths, Warwickshire, B49 6AG
PAID EVENT: Get Fishing at Tunnel Barn Farm, Warwick, CV35 7AN
FULLY BOOKED: Get Fishing at Aston Park Fisheries, Sheffield, S26 5PQ
FULLY BOOKED: Get Fishing at Petersfinger Lakes, Salisbury, SP5 3DD
Get Hooked on Fishing at London UB5 6UR
Get Fishing at Dunwear Ponds, Bridgwater, TA6 5HL
Get Hooked on Fishing at London UB5 6UR
Get a Get Fishing Award at River Arrow for Alcester youths, Warwickshire, B49 6AG
FULLY BOOKED: Get Fishing at Aston Park Fisheries, Sheffield, S26 5PQ
Get Fishing at Brough Angling Complex, Brough, HU15 1PJ
UPCOMING COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS
SilverFish – Monk Lakes – Saturday 16th December – NON MEMBERS
Read moreSilverFish – Monk Lakes – Saturday 16th December – MEMBERS
Read moreSilverFish – Moorlands Farm Fishery – Sunday 17th December – MEMBERS
Read moreSilverFish – Moorlands Farm Fishery – Sunday 17th December – NON MEMBERS
Read moreAT-TEFF Rivers Qualifier – Rescheduled for Sunday 17th December 2023 – River Dee, Llangollen
Read moreSilverFish – Hallcroft Fishery- Rescheduled for Saturday 20th January 2024 – MEMBERS
Read moreANGLING 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

Take A Friend Fishing – get into fishing this festive season

BBC Panorama exposes cheating on pollution reporting and a toothless regulator that does nothing

Three Voluntary Directors elected at AGM

Keep netting out of the Salcombe Estuary – Devon and Severn IFCA launch public consultation

Exclusive offer for Fishery Members

Two fishing books for Christmas

Nationals 2023 – financial summary November 2023

“What a load of pollacks!” Angling Trust Urge Minister to Think Twice on Recreational Fishing Ban

Angling Trust Team England international selection policy amended following detailed consultation process
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
