Fisherman Phil

Latest phosphate level reading on the #rivermole at Dorking of 1.38 (ppm). Hang your head in shame #ThamesWater. #pollution #anglersagainstpollution

Anglers: this matters more than you might think. Parliamentary committees rely on evidence — and angler experience is a vital part of that. By completing this short survey, you are helping strengthen the case presented to parliament, ensuring that what anglers see on the water is reflected in the questions ministers and water bosses are forced to answer. 👉 Complete the survey: forms.office.com monkeylink.co/3cee90

A Manchester music icon and a passionate, lifelong Red. Our deepest condolences go out to the loved ones of Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield 🙏

A huge shout-out to our 800+ Water Quality Monitoring Network volunteers, who have reached the major milestone of 10,000 water samples tested! Through these efforts, the WQMN has built the largest regular citizen science water quality monitoring database in the UK. Samples are tested for a range of parameters, which provide a detailed picture of the state of our rivers. Our recent 2nd annual report revealed that 34% of Phosphate measurements, and 45% of Nitrate measurements failed to reach good ecological status... Our dedicated volunteers aren't just collecting data but using it to fight for change. Many WQMN volunteers have a seat at the table in decision making processes, whether in local catchment meetings, conversations with MPs and open dialogues with water companies and the Environment Agency. The network continues to go from strength-to-strength, with our recent launch into estuaries and upcoming expansion into still waters. Thank you to all of you who have built this incredible community which continues to contribute to citizen scientists' battle for cleaner fresh waters. Want to help support the work we do to fight pollution? Find out more here: anglingtrust.net/get-involved/a… Our #AnglersAgainstPollution campaign is kindly supported by @anglingdirect @OrvisUK and @sportfishuk

⚠️ New data published today shows sewage spills continuing at an unacceptable rate ⚠️ "These pollution figures are, once again, highly disappointing. Both the water industry and environmental regulators are making ‘snail-paced’ progress in addressing this long-standing national scandal. It is evident that England’s wastewater infrastructure is not fit for purpose, and with water bills and investment rising steeply over the next five years, the public has a right to see a significant decrease in the volume of untreated sewage entering rivers and seas. Whilst it is encouraging to hear that the Environment Agency plans to increase the number of annual inspections from the current pitifully low figure of 800 to over 11,000 in the next two years, this effort will be largely pointless unless action is taken against polluting water companies operating in breach of their permits. Just 35 of last year’s 800 investigations are set to be taken forward to the next stage—hardly the tough legal deterrent that is needed, and has been promised by the government." Full article: gov.uk/government/new…. #anglingtrust #protectpromotedevelop #anglersagainstpollution

Anglers are rolling up their sleeves to clear litter from Britain’s waterways during the #GreatBritishSpringClean, which runs until 6th April. On the first day of the Great British Spring Clean, our local Fisheries Support Officer, Andrew went along to support the Medway Valley Countryside Partnership and the local angling community on a litter ick on the River Medway in Tonbridge. Dorking & District Angling Society also kicked off the Great British Spring Clean/Anglers Against Litter Week. As usual, all litter collected was non-angling related. Over 20 rubble sacks of litter were removed from the River Mole and surrounding areas near Brockham, Surrey. Huge thanks to ReAP UK for collecting 25KG of the recovered plastics from the event. From Monday 31st March to Sunday 6th April, we are running our Anglers Against Litter Week sponsored by @Shimano_Fishing & supported The Insurance Emporium to highlight the fantastic work that anglers, clubs and fisheries are doing. Find out how you can get involved here: anglingtrust.net/2025/03/21/ang… #AnglersAgaintLitter #KeepBritainTidy #Shimano #InsuranceEmporium

You are looking at the litmus paper test for a river’s ability to support life. This is a beatis nymph and it dwells mainly in clean, flowing water. Pollution is insidious because the real damage it does can’t easily be observed. Aquatic creatures support the fish life in the river - without them, the fish will starve. Mayfly nymphs are extremely sensitive to changes in water and environmental conditions. Their decline points to a much bigger problem coming down the line. If we are looking for a template for a waterways we must make them clean, not chemically clean like a swimming pool, but naturally clean and packed with organisms.

#GreatBritishSpringClean with @AnglingTrust on the Mole today. Litter was carefully sorted after event. ReAP took away the plastics for recycling and Mole Valley Council will collect bottles, tins and general waste. A brilliant effort from all our attendees. #anglersagainstlitter

📢 Join Us for Two Big Litter Picks! 🌍🎣 As part of our Anglers Against Litter sponsored by Shimano and supported by Insurance Emporium, we're tackling litter on two more rivers – and we need your help! 🗑️💪 🚮 River Mole Litter Pick 📍 Brockham, Dorking (RH4 1NP) 📅 Saturday, 22nd March 2025 ⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM 🚮 River Lea Litter Pick 📍 Hackney Marshes (E9 5PF) 📅 Sunday, 23rd March 2025 ⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM We provide all the gear – litter pickers, hi-viz vests, bags & gloves! Plus, all recovered plastics will be recycled by ReAP UK. 🌿♻️ Let’s make a difference together! Tag a friend and join us for a cleaner, healthier river. 🏞️✨ 📧 For more info: 📍 River Mole – Andrew.Chadwick@anglingtrust.net | Philipwaddicor@gmail.com 📍 River Lea – Andrew.Chadwick@anglingtrust.net | Lubos.Grajciarik.uk@gmail.com #AnglersAgainstLitter #AnglingTrust #RiverMole #RiverLea #Volunteering

Attended 2 day 'Fisheries Management' course run by @IFMFish & @EnvAgency at the weekend. Funded by income from rod licences, it was money very well spent. Learnt so much.

Great turnout for yesterday's litter pick event in support of @AnglingTrust #AnglersAgainstLitter campaign. 17 Angling Society members cleaned up the banks of the #RiverMole in Dorking.

No unhooking mat yet again. #gonefishing

COP-OUT29 🙄 #cop29 #climatechange

FEARGAL SHARKEY, ANGLING TRUST AMBASSADOR AND ACTIVIST "Right now every angler needs to join the Angling Trust and Fish Legal to get involved in fighting for our waterways. You need to do it... and you need to do it today!" Find out more and join today - anglingtrust.net/individual-mem…

The Angling Trust manifesto for the 2024 General Election calls on next government to abolish OFWAT and replace it with a single water regulator, accountable to the public, who puts the protection of the environment as its first priority. Read more: ecs.page.link/2Rh2R #GE24

Just 10 days to go until 22/6 #RestoreNatureNow protest on the streets of London! With so many fishy friends there is now a "Water Block" If you’re joining us, check out the new march assembly guide info: restorenaturenow.com/park-lane-asse…. Look out for our banners #AnglersAgainstPollution

This #VolunteersWeek join the #AnglersAgainstLitter survey. Participate in our 5-minute litter pick challenge. Record your findings in the Epicollect5 app. Running through the closed season, see the story & links to Volunteer Pack & Survey Sheet: ecs.page.link/STLWj

Washed up Britain

Alert: Fish deaths have surged 176% in a year due to #sewage spills. Our waters are under threat. The Angling Trust is calling for immediate government action to protect our rivers and fish. Join us to support. ecs.page.link/AEAmU #AnglersAgainstPollution #EndSewagePollution

@MattHayesfish Bankside camaraderie - you can't beat it.

FISHING IS STILL AN ADVENTURE AFTER 60 YEARS! I still get excited before a fishing trip and I was positively buzzing when last week I joined the Duke at his boat for a spot of bream and tench fishing. Eating and sleeping on the boat and fishing off the jetty - it’s dream stuff! A snatched hour on the first evening resulted in a fine bream of six pounds plus for the Duke and a very fine sausage sandwich. Can life get any better? More to follow… #Fishing #coarsefishing #tench #bream #dynamitebaits #camping #boats