Held every year, our junior, cadet and youth canal angling championships are the largest national celebration of young people’s fishing. Our aim is to make sure participants have a fun day, land a few fish, learn something new and are inspired to come back again.
A previous participant proudly shows her catch
With thanks to players of People’s Postcode Lottery for their support and in association with the Angling Trust. Sponsored by Angling Direct, with additional support from Colmic, Guru and Reuben Heaton.
Take part in 2021
Put the date in your diary now. The 2021 junior, cadet and youth canal angling championships will be held on the weekend of 18/19 September on the Shropshire Union Canal.
Entries will open in February, when we'll confirm the exact venue and all the details you need to book a place.
Congratulations to the 2020 winners
The 2020 championships made for a fantastic weekend of fishing on the Shropshire Union Canal. Thank you to everyone who took part and their families, and special thanks to all the Let's Fish! coaches, clubs and volunteers who helped run the event.
Cadet winner (age 7-10): Charlie Beetham Grainger
Full list of cadet results
Junior winner (age 11-15): Daniel Chalk
Full list of junior results
Youth winner (age 16-20): William McCranor
Full list of youth results
Junior team winners: The Gudgeon Gatherers (Daniel Chalk, Billy Pitman, Jake Checketts)
Cadet team winners: Dawley Cadets (Alfie Portman, Paighton Doodson, Regan Grice)
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Last date edited: 8 January 2021