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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

Representing anglers during Covid-19 pandemic

Getting more people fishing, more often

Campaigning for healthy waters and halting pollution

Anglers Against Litter and Take 5 campaigns

Competitions from world championships to grassroot

Supporting the Missing Salmon Alliance

OUR PARTNERS

The Angling Trust's work is supported by our Trade Associate Members

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01/04/2023 - 30/06/2023

Events all over England this Spring!

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Spring into Fishing – find an event near you this April, May and June

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

The Copse Pool, Queen Elzabeth Walk, London, SW13 9SA

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Spring into Fishing at The Copse Pool, London, SW13 9SA

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

East Bilney Lakes, Norfolk, NR20 4AL

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Spring into Fishing at East Bilney Lakes, Norfolk, NR20 4AL
FLAGSHIP EVENT

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

Plantations Lakes, Middle Lane, Kingston Seymour, Clevedon, North Somerset BS21 6XW

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PAID EVENT: Spring into Fishing at Plantations Lakes, Somerset, BS21 6XW

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

Get Hooked on Fishing, London UB5 6UR, UK

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Spring into Fishing with Get Hooked on Fishing at London UB5 6UR

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

Ryton Country Park, Ryton Road, Ryton on Dunsmore, Coventry, CV8 3BH

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PAID EVENT: Spring into Fishing at Ryton Country Park, Coventry, CV8 3BH

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

Barton Pool, Efflinch Lane, Barton under Needwood, DE13 8EU

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Spring into Fishing at Barton Pool, Barton under Needwood, DE13 8EU

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

Trent & Mersey Canal, Anderton Boat Lift, Lift Lane, Northwich, CW9 6FW

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Let’s Fish with the Canal & River Trust at Northwich, CW9 6FW during Spring into Fishing

For anyone over the age of six, adults and children alike. Bait & equipment included - just book in and turn up on the…

31/05/2023

Nottingham and Beeston Canal - Rylands Canal side, Beeston Rylands, Nottingham, NG9 1NG

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Let’s Fish with the Canal & River Trust at Nottingham, NG9 1NG during Spring into Fishing

For anyone over the age of six, adults and children alike. Bait & equipment included - just book in and turn up on the…

31/05/2023

Edens Forest CIC, Honley Train Station, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6LR

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Spring into Fishing at Edens Forest CIC, Holmfirth, HD9 6LR

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

Kingstanding Pools, B5234, Burton on Trent, DE13 9PS

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Spring into Fishing at Kingstanding Pools, Burton on Trent, DE13 9PS

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…

31/05/2023

Sutton Bingham Reservoir Picnic Area, Sutton Bingham, Yeovil, BA22 9QL

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Spring into Fishing at Sutton Bingham Reservoir, Yeovil, BA22 9QL

Come and try fishing at quality assured angling events. All ages and experience levels welcome. More details about what's happening on the day, parking…