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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
Get Hooked on Fishing – Improving mental health, well-being and social inclusion sessions
Get Hooked on Fishing – Family Fishing Days
Get Hooked on Fishing – ‘Have a Go!’ Sessions
FULLY BOOKED: Get a Get Fishing Award at Broadway Academy School, Island Pool, Top Barn Farm, Worcester Rd, Worcester WR6 6NH
FULLY BOOKED: Get a Get Fishing Award at Broadway Academy School, Island Pool, Top Barn Farm, Worcester Rd, Worcester WR6 6NH
Get a Get Fishing Award at Harpers Pond, Double Locks Canal Banks, Exeter, Devon EX2 6LT
FULLY BOOKED: Get a Get Fishing Award at FISH2013, Barton Pond, Barton under Needwood DE13 8DT
Get Fishing at Hull & District AA Free Taster Sessions, Brough Fishery Complex, Kingfisher Pond, Brough HU15 1PJ
FULLY BOOKED: Get Fishing at Fishing 4 Schools with Threeways School, Clivey Fishery, Westbury BA13 4BA
PAID EVENT: Get Fishing at Fishing with Friendship Programme 1 Reflections, Henfold Lakes, Newdigate, Dorking, Surrey RH5 4RW
Get Fishing at Adult Beginner’s Course, Kilnsey Fly Fishery and Trout Farm, Nr. Skipton BD23 5PS
Get a Get Fishing Award at Portsmouth and District Angling Society Junior Club, Tithe Barn, Titchfield PO15 5RD
UPCOMING COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS
RiverFest – River Weaver, Northwich – Saturday 2nd July
Read moreRiverFest – River Trent, Caythorpe – Saturday 2nd July
Read moreAT & CRT Canal Pairs Kennet & Avon Canal, Pewsey – Saturday 2nd July
Read moreFree Spirit Match Boddington Classic Qualifier 6
Read moreRiverFest – River Nene, Orton – Sunday 3rd July
Read moreFishOMania – Todber Manor Fishery 2 – 6th July 2022
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

Angling Trust Criticises Government for Lack of Fish Species in Environment Targets.

Angling Trust Publish Report on Socio-Economic Value of Sea Angling

Meeting called to challenge Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust’s policies against angling and termination of fishing at Attenborough reserve

Angling Trust Call to Protect Salmon & Sea Trout by Ending Netting Activity

Highly Protected Marine Area Pilot Sites Announced

Two shore-caught fish confirmed as records

Jamie Cook: Big Questions 2

MPs support Angling Trust’s call for OFWAT to do more to stop pollution of our rivers

New Activity Alliance Annual Disability and Activity Survey reveals disabled people left out of return to activity
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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