Fishing

Last year anglers bought nearly 1.5 million rod licences in England and Wales. Find out what you need to know and do before you go fishing.

Buy your rod licence

Anyone over the age of 12 fishing in freshwater in England and Wales must have a valid rod licence.

Use our guides to find new places to fish. Search for a fishery near you online, download or buy a local fisheries guide.

Information to help your trip.

Read our online magazine and catch up on regional and national news.

Spotted something that looks wrong? Advice on what to do if you see fish in trouble or you see illegal fishing taking place.

Guidelines to protect the environment.

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