Tag Archives: Fishing

Highly Invasive Quagga mussel discovered for first time in UK

The invasive species, the quagga mussel (Dreissena rostriformis bugensis), has been discovered in the south east. The quagga mussel is generally the size of a thumbnail but can grow to 4cm – Picture courtesy of Dr David Aldridge. The discovery … Continue reading

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First ‘TideFest’ Match proves a great success

The first annual ‘Tidefest’ match took place at Strand on the Green near Kew bridge on Sunday 28th Septmber. The match,  part of a wider event on World Rivers Day, attracted 30 anglers to fish the challenging tidal Thames. Dawn at … Continue reading

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Tidefest – Thames Tideway Angling Competition

The Angling Trust and Thames Angler’s Conservancy are pleased to announce the establishment of an annual angling competition to take place as part of the new TideFest event in London, which this year coincides with World Rivers Day on September 28th. … Continue reading

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Martin Salter – Starting the ‘Season’ with a mixed bag and plans for a Silver King.

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Latest hydropower decision: angling rights to be sacrificed ‘for the greater good’

Latest hydropower decision: angling rights to be sacrificed ‘for the greater good’ A recent licensing decision by the government body tasked with promoting sustainable development and at the same time protecting the country’s existing natural assets has thrown into sharp … Continue reading

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Environment Agency West Thames Fisheries and Biodiversity Project Summary 2012/13

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Environment Agency South East Annual Fisheries Report 2012/13

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River Crane devastated by new Pollution Incident

The River Crane in West London has been devastated by a new pollution incident following the total wipeout of all species in October 2011. This new pollution incident was reported after local people saw dead fish floating in the river … Continue reading

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A Lower Thames Fish survey to keep Anglers Smiling

The Environment Agency West Thames Fisheries team have been carrying out surveys along the river Thames, the TAC captured some of the results on the final day at Molesey. Fisheries officer Stuart Keable with a Thames Common Carp The fish … Continue reading

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The National Anguilla Club calls for no more Eels as bait

With the traditional pike season fast approaching The National Anguilla Club is asking predator anglers to cease using eels as bait, and choose sustainable alternatives instead. The European Eel (Anguilla anguilla) is officially listed BY CITIES (the Convention on International … Continue reading

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