Fishing

Fishing: pick what suits you. Options for beginners, families or groups, in the finest settings there are.

Difficulty

Very easy – Advanced

Duration

A few hours – several days

Location

Lakes, rivers, the sea or managed waters

Season

Depending on the species and the rules

What is fishing?

Fishing is a recreational or sporting activity built around catching fish with purpose-made tackle.

It can be done in fresh or salt water, from the bank, from a boat or at managed waters.

It brings together time to unwind, patience and a connection with the outdoors.

Fishing works for beginners as well as for seasoned anglers.

Outdoor experiences

Fishing: experiences available

Book activities run by specialist organisers.

A session starts with picking the spot, setting up the tackle and settling on a technique.

How does a fishing session work?

01

Picking the spot

You work out the right area for the species and the conditions.

02

Getting the gear ready

The rod, the line, the hooks and the bait are set up.

03

Choosing the technique

You settle on the method that suits the day.

04

Out on the water

You watch for bites and play the fish.

05

Keep or release

Depending on the rules, the fish can be released or kept.

Something for people who value the outdoors, the quiet and time spent in the open air.

Who is fishing for?

Beginners

Beginners

You can pick it up step by step with simple tackle.

Families

Families

A restful way of spending free time.

People who love the outdoors

People who love the outdoors

It brings you close to the natural world.

Match anglers

Match anglers

It lets you build technique and enter competitions.

Fishing runs from a relaxed day out for beginners to advanced competitive technique.

fishing experience level

Recreational fishing

Relaxing

A relaxed way of spending time outdoors.

Nature Time off

Lake fishing

Patience

Done on still water — right for beginners and families.

Watching Relaxing

River fishing

Technique

You have to adapt your technique to the current and changing conditions.

Adapting Exploring

Fishing as sport

Performance

Takes in competitions, tactics and specialist techniques.

Tactics Competition
Things worth knowing before a fishing session.

At a glance

Permits and rules

Some waters need a permit or have local rules to follow.

Weather

The weather affects both comfort and what the fish do.

Fish species

The technique depends on what swims in that water.

Picking the spot

The right stretch of water improves your chances a good deal.

Patience

It is an activity built on watching and keeping calm.

Season

The best time depends on the species and on the rules.

Booking

Worth doing for guided sessions or boat trips.

The tackle varies with the kind of fishing you are doing.

fishing kit

Rod

The main piece of tackle.

Reel

Lets you cast and retrieve the line.

Line

Connects the rod to the rig.

Hooks and rigs

Used for the different techniques.

Bait

They draw the fish in, depending on the species.

Fishing chair

Makes the long sessions bearable.

Fishing boat

Used to reach the spots out on the water.

Safety in fishing

Looking after the surroundings and keeping an eye on the water matters here.

Safety by the water
Checking the weather
Handling the equipment
Safety in the boat
Looking after the countryside
Answers for anyone thinking of taking up fishing.

Fishing — frequently asked questions

Is it suitable for beginners?
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Yes. You can start with simple tackle.

Do I need my own tackle?
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Not always — some outings supply what you need.

Can children take part?
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Yes, with supervision and tackle scaled to them.

Can you fish from a boat?
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Yes — there are outings built around fishing from a boat.

How long does a session last?
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From a few hours up to several days.

What does catch and release mean?
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It is the practice of returning the fish to the water after catching it.

Does it make a good gift?
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Yes. It suits anyone who likes the outdoors and a bit of quiet.