Motivated by the loss of a close friend, these sessions are to introduce people to fishing and its benefits for mental health. You’ll learn basic techniques and you’ve got a great chance of that first fish. During the session you will be introduced to water craft (how to think like a fish), modern fishing tackle, successful baits, waterside safety and some fishy terminology so you can talk the talk.

My aim in this session is to get you casting accurately, striking effectively and landing and unhooking a fish safely all whilst relaxing and giving yourself some important downtime.

Fishing is an excellent way of relaxing and making time for yourself in an otherwise fast paced and often pressured life. I've knoiwn fishing my whole life and it's only in recent years that I've come to recognise the benefits it's given me and many friends through some tough times. It's not for everyone, but it might be for you. Why not come along and try it?

Under 18s

Anyone attending this event under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Thank you.

Supported by the Angling Trust

This project has been supported by an award from the Angling Improvement Fund, which reinvests a share of Fishing Licence income to improvement projects and activities at fisheries. The Fund is administered by the Angling Trust and supported by the Environment Agency.