Tag Archives: Fishing

National Fishing Month beats all Expectations

This year’s National Fishing Month (NFM) has shattered its 15,000 target, setting new records for the number of people who were introduced to the sport via more than 300 special events throughout the country. When the final figures are tallied, … Continue reading

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Angling Trust Announces fishing pioneer George Stephenson as its new Chairman

​The Angling Trust has appointed fishing pioneer George Stephenson as its new Chairman, with immediate effect. With several decades experience of managing safari and fishing businesses around the world, George Stephenson brings great knowledge, business acumen and an excellent contact … Continue reading

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Live River data launched for Anglers across the Thames region

Anglers across the Thames region can now get live temperature and clarity information thanks to a new free service from the Environment Agency in association with the Thames Anglers Conservancy and Thames Valley Angling Association. ‘Angling Data View’ (ADV) is a … Continue reading

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Carping on the River Thames – A Seasonal blog

Returning a nice common to the river  Carping on the River – Part 1 By Richard Crimp “When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you.” Laozi (Lao Tzu) – 6th century … Continue reading

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Carping on the River Thames – A Seasonal blog (Part 2)

Cormorant drying its wings “One thing only I know, and that is that I know nothing.” Socrates – 5th century BC Carping on the River – Part 2   Bizarre really, I tend to box any anxiety I have and … Continue reading

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Carping on the River Thames – A Seasonal blog: The Finale

“It is not true that people stop pursuing dreams because they grow old, they grow old because they stop pursuing dreams.” – Gabriel Garcia Marquez Carping on the River – Part 3   The day would start something like this; … Continue reading

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Angling Trust begins ambitious programme to get more people fishing

This month the Angling Trust begins an ambitious four year programme of work to get more people fishing and need the support of fisheries, clubs, coaches and volunteers to help make this a success. From the Angling Trust, how you … Continue reading

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Anglers caught in Easter fishing licence blitz

Over 25 anglers were given offence report forms by Environment Agency officers during spot-checks over the Easter bank holiday weekend.   Six officers targeted waterways in Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Northamptonshire between Friday 29 March and Monday 1 April. Across … Continue reading

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Coarse fish close season on rivers starts 15th March

The annual coarse fish close season begins Friday 15 March across rivers, streams and drains to protect fish during their breeding season, helping to increase fish stocks and secure angling for the future. No coarse fishing is permitted on rivers, … Continue reading

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Thames Anglers get coaching at Free Annual Pike day

The Thames Anglers Conservancy 3rd annual Free Thames Pike day proved a great success with anglers of all ages learning about fish care and the best fishing methods to use. Angling Coach Ian James The event was held for the … Continue reading

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