European marine features where the activity takes place

Codes of practice

National representative organisation

The National Federation of Anglers has an estimated membership of 200,000 currently, and the National Federation of Sea Anglers has 37,000 members (1998).

The location of shoreline angling will be dictated by access routes to the area and the distance equipment has to be carried. In addition, areas which traditionally have good 'catching' rates are also attractive to anglers. Local marine features play a part in the choice of location for shoreline fishing as they can be an important determinant in the size of the fish population.

The areas in which sea fishing take place will be determined by the requirements of the craft to access and operate over certain marine features as well as the fish populations in different areas.

Numerous Leaflets Available From the National Federation of Anglers

Numerous Leaflets Available From the National Federation of Sea Anglers

Navigate with Nature - British Marine Industries Federation

National representative organisation

Characteristics of sea fishing and shoreline angling and associated management issues in European marine sites

Summary of potential environmental impacts associated with sea fishing and shorelines angling in European marine sites

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