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Angling match results for week ending 20 June 2021

21 June 2021

Angling match results brought to you by Steve Cope

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Boaters' Update 18 June 2021

18 June 2021

Welcome to the latest edition where we continue to talk about the things you've been getting in touch about, water safety, your feedback about good boating etiquette, disabled boating and your boat licence Terms & Conditions (as well as the routine roundup of news and stoppages).

Posted by: The boaters' update
Angling match results for week ending 13 June 2021

15 June 2021

Angling match results brought to you by Steve Cope

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The National Federation of Anglers: The Early Years

14 June 2021

One of the five founder members of the current government body, Angling Trust was the National Federation of Anglers (NFA). The NFA was formed in 1903 when the need for a governing body become obvious. In the article, John Essex explores the organizations early years.

Posted by: The fisheries & angling team
A gateway to the past

14 June 2021

This summer will see exciting changes along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Burnley, with the renovation of Finsley Gate Wharf. The former boatyard will become a wonderful waterside attraction for the local community, offering boat trips and boat hire, a café, gardens, function rooms and learning areas where visitors can learn about its history. Waterfront has been digging into the archives with the help of our heritage advisor, Bill Froggatt.

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Angling match results for week ending 6 June 2021

7 June 2021

Angling match results brought to you by Steve Cope

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Boaters' Update 4 June 2021

4 June 2021

Welcome to the latest edition which focusses on the things you've been telling us are important to you. First up you can read about the work we've been doing around the network. Then there's an article explaining how to book passages and facilities online and finally you can read how we can all work together to make life on the cut as enjoyable as possible for all.

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Angling in the City of Steel: A look back to the 1950’s

4 June 2021

Sheffield has always been a fishing city, perhaps even the fishing city of England? In this article we look back to Angling in the City of Steel, in the 1950’s.

Posted by: The fisheries & angling team

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