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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 our waterways
By becoming a member of the Angling Trust you are helping to protect the waterways 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
Angling Support Hub and Fishing Buzz
Guidance and support during the Covid-19 epidemic
Now that we are back fishing again, we are regularly updating our guidelines to anglers, clubs, fisheries, coaches and other angling organisations to ensure fishing complies with the latest Government guidance during the Covid-19 epidemic.
We have also continued to add to our Fishing Buzz website with new articles, videos, hints and tips to keep you going in between fishing trips.
For more information please click on the links below:
FIND FISHING INFO
Search for fishing venues, river levels, tackle shops, clubs and coaches.
Beginner events - find one near you! Learn to fish or take a friend
FULLY BOOKED: Get a Get Fishing Award at Anglers Paradise (Eldorado), Halwill Junction, Devon EX21 5XS
FULLY BOOKED: Get a Get Fishing Award at Anglers Paradise (Eldorado), Halwill Junction, Devon EX21 5XS
FULLY BOOKED: Get a Get Fishing Award at Anglers Paradise (Eldorado), Halwill Junction, Devon EX21 5XS
Get Fishing at Rickmansworth Festival, Rickmansworth Aquadrome WD3 1NB
Get a Get Fishing Award at Matson Anglers, Matson Pool, Matson Lane, Gloucester GL4 6EE
Get Fishing at Wyvern House Pool, The Drumber, Winsford, Cheshire CW7 1AH
Get Fishing at Hurlston Hall, Scarisbrick, Ormskirk L40 8HB
Get Fishing at Woodrows Lake, Off Haslams Lane, Derby DE22 1EB
Get Fishing at Brookside Fishery, Tarporley Road, Whitley, Warrington WA4 4DT
FULLY BOOKED: Get Fishing at Chew Valley Lake, Woodford Lodge, Stoke Hill, Chew Stoke, Bristol BS40 8XH
Let’s Fish with the Canal & River Trust at Grand Union Canal, Westminster Drive, Glen Pava, Leicester LE2 9UJ
Get a Get Fishing Award at Leamington Angling Association, Jubilee Pools, Ryton on Dunsmore CV8 3ER
UPCOMING COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS
Rutland Water – 22nd May 2022
Read moreAT & CRT Canal Pairs Erewash Canal – Saturday 28th May
Read moreAT & CRT Canal Pairs Ireland Grand Canal – Sunday 29th May
Read moreAT & CRT Canal Pairs Stainforth & Keadby Canal – Sunday 29th May
Read moreAT & CRT Canal Pairs Shropshire Union Canal, Soudley 1 – Sunday 29th May
Read moreAT & CRT Canal Pairs North Stratford Canal – Sunday 29th May
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

Jamie Cook: Big Questions 1

Bass Fishery Management Plan Process Begins

Take a Friend Fishing is back – now with two campaigns for 2022!

5 Fish You Don’t Want to Catch!

Angling Trust Respond to UK Seafood Fund Enquiry

Government’s response to water quality report gives no confidence they understand magnitude of crisis

Angling Trust and Environment Agency launch fund to help clubs and fisheries protect waters from invasive species

40% Discount on Entries to the Sea Angling Classic !

Sir Charles Walker MP set to take over as new chair of the Angling Trust
Fishing in Wales
Get the most out of Fishing In Wales, essential information for coarse, game and sea angling – plus online booking!
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