Get Fishing Fund
In the last 5 years the Environment Agency has invested over £750,000 of fishing licence income in over 500 Get Fishing funded projects helping to create more opportunities for people to get fishing.
The Get Fishing Small Grant is now open to applications, providing grants of up to £750 to help purchase equipment and fishing tackle to help run fishing events and activities. The grant will remain open throughout 2026 and therefore there is not a specific deadline.
Who can apply to the Get Fishing Fund?
Venues must be located in England and offer a form of fishing covered by an Environment Agency non-migratory trout and coarse fishing licence.
Successful applicants must consent to any publicity relating to the funding award and its project as may be required by the Angling Trust and/or Environment Agency.
Eligible organisations include:
· Angling clubs
· Commercial fisheries
· Charities and community organisations
· L2 qualified and licenced coaches
(Governance documentation or other evidence may be required)
How to apply
Guidance Notes and Application Form
To apply for a Get Fishing Small Grant, you must first discuss your project with your local Regional Angling Development Officer (RADO).
You can find contact details for RADOs on the Get Fishing contacts page: https://anglingtrust.net/getfishing/contact/
They will review your project and guide you through the application process.
The fund is expected to stay open throughout 2026, or until all available funds have been allocated.
Need further assistance?
Please contact:
James Roche, Angling Development Manager – 07791 786 251 for general enquires relating to your application
Chloe Guy, Angling Improvement Fund Administrator – 07946 251 827 for registration and technical queries
