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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

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

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UPCOMING COMPETITIONS AND EVENTS

30 March 2024
Tunnel Barn Farm Fishery, Shrewley Common, Shrewley, Warwickshire, CV35 7AN
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FishOMania – Tunnel Barn Farm 1 – Saturday 30th March 2024

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31 March 2024
Open to all
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Angling Trust TroutFest – Elinor Trout Fishery – 31st March 2024

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03 April 2024
The Boldings, Astley Abbotts, Bridgnorth WV16 4SS
Members only
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FishOMania – Boldings Pools – Wednesday 3rd April 2024

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07 April 2024
Elinor Trout Fishery, Lowick Road, Aldwinkle. Kettering, NN14 3EE
Members only
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AT TEFF Bank National – Elinor Trout Fishery – Sunday 7th April 2024

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13 April 2024
Drennan Lindholme Lakes, Don Farm, West Carr, Doncaster, DN9 1LF
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FishOMania – Lindholme Lakes 1 – Saturday 13th April 2024

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14 April 2024
Open to all
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Angling Trust TroutFest – Exe Valley Fly Fishing – Sunday 14th April 2024

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LATEST NEWS AND CAMPAIGNS

Anglers Against Pollution
18 March 2024

Angling, community and conservation groups rally against sewage pollution in the River Test

A coalition of angling organisations, including the Angling Trust, the Hampshire River Keepers Assoc…
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Enforcement
15 March 2024

Voluntary Bailiffs support Operation Clampdown as coarse fishing close season for rivers begins

The annual coarse fishing close season for rivers and streams is now in operation and runs until 15t…
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Anglers Against Litter
15 March 2024

Anglers Against Litter campaign wins prestigious Keep Britain Tidy Award

The Anglers Against Litter campaign, a joint initiative run by the Angling Trust and Shimano and sup…
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Competitions
13 March 2024

ENGLAND MASTERS FEEDER TEAM ASSESSMENT DAY – GET INVOLVED!

  The Angling Trust is calling on the best feeder anglers over 55 years of age to apply for an…
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Angling Trust
12 March 2024

Sea angling’s Dave Lewis to become Angling Trust ambassador

Experienced sea angler and fishing all-rounder Dave Lewis has accepted an invitation to become an An…
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Competitions
12 March 2024

ENGLAND SQUADS NAMED FOR NATIONS WORLD & EURO CHAMPIONSHIPS 2024

ENGLAND manager Mark Downes has selected his squads for the 2024 World and European Championships th…
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Anglers Against Pollution
12 March 2024

National Overflows Plan shines light on decades of under-investment in sewerage infrastructure

The announcement on 12th March 2024, from the industry body Water UK of a £10bn five-point plan to c…
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Competitions
11 March 2024

*** SUPER STEVE WINS ANGLING TRUST ZEROFIT SILVERFISH FINAL 2024 ***

  ENGLAND international Steve Hemingray has won the 2024 Angling Trust Zerofit SilverFish Final…
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08 March 2024

Spring into Fishing is back for 2024 with beginner fishing sessions from the Angling Trust

Have-a-go family fishing events this April, May and June 2024 Come and learn to fish at beginner ang…
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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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