Free fishing event at Rochdale Canal

Saturday 07 July 2018
10am - 4pm

Rochdale Canal, Slattocks
Hopwood Arms
Middleton
M24 2RA

Details:

The Canal & River Trust, is inviting people to try fishing for free during an event taking place on Saturday 7th July on the Rochdale Canal near the Hopwood Arms in Middleton (753 Rochdale Road M24 2RA). Led by Little Britain Angling Club, it’s part of a series of events the Trust is running in partnership with the Angling Trust at locations up and down the country. The sessions will encourage people to get outdoors and experience the peaceful family time available on their doorstep.

Visitors to the event will be taught the basics of fishing by a professional coach and get the opportunity to learn about the huge variety of fish found in canals and rivers. All tackle and bait as well as a rod license and fishing permit will be provided for free on the day meaning people can just book in and have a go.

Recent research commissioned by the Trust shows that simply spending time by the waterways can make you happier and improve your wellbeing. With ever increasing rates of obesity, diabetes and other debilitating conditions and rising levels of stress, anxiety and other mental health conditions in the UK, the Trust believes waterways are uniquely placed to make a significant contribution to improving the wellbeing of the millions of people who live within easy reach of one of its free-to-use canals or rivers.

Sessions are available between 10am and 4pm and can be booked at: www.canalrivertrust.org.uk/lets-fish

To download a free fishing guide go to www.canalrivertrust.org.uk/fish-guide

Entry fee: Free

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