Let's Fish! Learn How to Fish Sessions

Need to know

So, you're keen to learn to fish or curious to try out fishing but not quite sure how to start. Aimed at 8-17yr old Staffordshire residents.

This event is funded by Staffordshire SPACE
Learn to fish with our team of professionally qualified and licensed angling coaches. All bait, equipment, permits and licence are provided, saving you the cost of buying an Environment Agency daily rod licence. You’ll be taught the basics of fishing tackle, how to correctly hold a pole, bait the hook, recognise bites, land and unhook fish and much more. We’ll also advise on best value for equipment to help you get started on your own and point you in the direction of a suitable local club or academy when you are ready for it. All you need to do now is to book in and turn up on time on the day.
Booking information
Please book one time slot per person, ensuring the ticket is in the correct name of the actual participant who intends to fish. Multiple bookings using the same participants name won’t be accepted. On event day, arrive 5 to 10 minutes before your allocated start time. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Remember to bring

All fishing equipment and bait is supplied, however, you should wear appropriate clothing for the expected weather conditions and you MUST bring a chair for anyone who is spectating and they must sit behind the participant.

Where you'll be

Shropshire Union Canal Stafford Norbury Junction

Junction Inn, Norbury Junction, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST20 0PN.

A peaceful stretch of canalside where you can enjoy gentle walks, fresh air, and the calm, scenic charm of the water at your own pace.

Venue accessibility

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About the organiser

Canal River Trust

Learn to fish with our team of professionally qualified and licensed angling coaches. All bait, equipment, permits and licence are provided, saving you the cost of buying an Environment Agency daily rod licence.

You'll be taught the basics of fishing tackle, how to correctly hold a pole, bait the hook, recognise bites, land and unhook fish and much more.

We'll also advise on best value for equipment to help you get started on your own and point you in the direction of a suitable local club or academy when you are ready for it.

All you need to do now is to book in and turn up on time on the day.

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