Tommy Pickering

For those interested in finding out more about the sport and how to get involved, the Go Fishing Show takes place from 18-19 July 2009, at Cudmore Fisheries in Staffordshire.

When the going gets tough, the tough go fishing!         

As the recession bites more and more people are going fishing, making it a more popular participation sport than football.* 

                      The Cudmore Complex in Staffordshire, scene of this year's Go-Fishing Show

Richard Lee, Editor in Chief of Angling Times comments, “We’ve noticed a real upsurge in our sales figures over the last year and when we asked these new readers to tell us what got them hooked the main response was that fishing is a much cheaper and more enjoyable alternative to other hobbies.”

                                                             Steve Ringer

Fishing is not only cheap but a fantastic pastime for anyone wanting to enjoy the great outdoors and feel  healthier, as leading social psychologist Dr. Julie Coultas highlights, “Fishing is an ideal way to get closer to nature, and contact with nature is good for the health – engaging in outdoor pursuits has far-reaching benefits for everyone”.

With beginners’ angling sets widely available for under £10 and a junior annual licence costing just £5 fishing really is a pastime that allows any youngster to enjoy the countryside. Also for cash strapped parents trying to keep the kids entertained in the forthcoming summer holidays fishing offers a much cheaper alternative to a Playstation.

                                           Des Taylor

So it seems there has never been a better time to go fishing. For those interested in finding out more about the sport and how to get involved, the Go Fishing Show takes place from 18-19 July 2009, at Cudmore Fisheries in Staffordshire. There will be something for everyone, from newcomers to existing fishing enthusiasts.

The show will be spread out over 10 fish filled lakes and shoals of anglers will be able to try the hottest new tackle. Visitors can watch celebrity anglers, including Matt Hayes, Steve Ringer and Alan Scotthorne, who will be giving over 50 live demos every day.