The coarse fishing season gets under way once again today when angling can again take place on rivers and drains and for many this is the day they have looked forward to.

While carp fishing pre-occupies the minds of many on canals and lakes through the close season, many look forward to enjoying mixed sport on rivers and in the past few years local rivers have produced some excellent fishing.

However, if you have not been fishing since the close in March make quite sure that you have your current angling rod licence as well as your club membership card for there will be plenty of activity in the coming weeks by bailiffs and fishing without the necessary licence can result in large fines. Licences can be purchased online HERE.