Fishing is a simple, affordable way to get children outdoors during the summer holidays. Discover the basic equipment they need, how rod licences work for young anglers, essential fish-care skills and how to make their first fishing trip enjoyable.

Fishing puts us close to water, but most angling accidents happen when people do not expect to enter it. In support of Drowning Prevention Week 2026, we look at the key water safety messages every angler should know, including how to assess risks, what to do if someone falls in, why lifejackets matter, and how to stay safe when wearing waders.

Are rod licences a barrier to new anglers, a tax on fishing, or a vital investment in protecting our fisheries? We look at where the money goes.