Angling Direct Issues Coronavirus Update as Tackle Shops Face Uncertainty.​

Angling Direct has issued a statement reassuring customers that its stores will remain open for as long as possible amid growing uncertainty surrounding the Coronavirus pandemic. While anglers are encouraged to stay prepared and support local tackle shops, the wider situation continues to evolve rapidly, with potential disruption affecting retail, fishing access, and carp fishing holidays in France and across Europe.

The Evolution of the Essex Carp Show from Brentwood to Brands Hatch​

From the Brentwood Carp Show and North Weald events through to major exhibitions like The Big One, Doncaster Carp Show and The Winter Carp Show, carp fishing trade shows have become a huge part of UK angling culture. This article looks back at the evolution of carp fishing events, the growth of social gatherings within the carp community, and how tackle brands, fisheries and carp fishing holidays in France helped shape the modern carp scene.

CC Moore’s Homeless Clothing Appeal Supported by UK Angling Community​

CC Moore has launched its annual Homeless Clothing Appeal, encouraging the UK angling community to donate winter clothing and outdoor gear to support vulnerable people during the colder months. Backed by tackle retailers and charities across the country, the campaign highlights the strong community spirit within carp fishing and wider UK angling culture.

The Rigworx Story: From UK Carp Lakes to French Carp Fishing Adventures​

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From working long days as an electrician to building one of the UK’s fastest-growing terminal tackle brands, Craig Sapsford’s rise within modern carp fishing has been built on hard work, passion and a love for the sport. As more UK anglers head abroad targeting giant carp on French carp lakes and European carp fishing holidays, Rigworx has steadily become part of the evolving big carp scene both at home and overseas.