As part of the Angling Trust’s ‘Spring into Fishing’ campaign, the Environment Agency is encouraging individuals and families across Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire to give fishing a go this season.
Funded by fishing licence income, the campaign involves a series of free and low-cost fishing sessions running until June.
These beginner-friendly events are open to anyone wanting to enjoy the outdoors, try something new, or return to fishing after time away.
Organised in partnership with local angling clubs and qualified coaches, Spring into Fishing events provide everything needed to get started—including tackle, bait, and expert instruction.
Participants will also receive information about how to continue their angling journey with confidence.
These sessions will allow people to discover the joys of angling as well as learning about how rod licence sales are supporting local communities and protecting our waterways.
Kevin Nash, from the Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire Environment Agency Fisheries team said:
“This is a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages to discover or rediscover fishing.
“Venues across Salford, Liverpool, Warrington and beyond will play host to welcoming angling events, designed for city and suburban communities to try something new outdoors.
“Fishing helps connect people with nature, supports wellbeing, and builds local community. We’re excited to welcome new faces to the bank this spring.”
There will be accessible venues throughout the region, including local lakes, canals and rivers.
Spaces will be limited so people are encouraged to book on as early as possible.
Find your nearest event and book your place at: Spring into Fishing – Get into fishing this April, May and June 2025 with beginner fishing from the Angling Trust – Angling Trust
You can find out more and buy a rod licence here: Buy a rod fishing licence: Types of licences and rod limits – GOV.UK