EA Fisheries Team - Gtr Manchester, Merseyside & Cheshire

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25/08/2026

⛈️ Thunderstorms and fisheries – be prepared

The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for thunderstorms across parts of our catchment in the coming days.

Following the recent warm weather, these conditions have the potential to cause significant drops in dissolved oxygen (DO), which can quickly lead to fish becoming distressed.

If your fishery currently has a significant algal bloom or is particularly shallow, it’s important to keep a close eye on conditions. Where possible, visit your fishery, regularly monitor dissolved oxygen levels and make sure any aeration equipment is ready to use.

Look out for signs of low oxygen, including:

• Fish gasping at the surface

• Fish becoming lethargic or gathering around inflows

• A sudden change in the colour or clarity of the water, which may indicate an algal dieback

The highest risk is often overnight and around dawn, when oxygen levels are naturally at their lowest.

If you record low dissolved oxygen levels or see fish in distress, please report it to the Environment Agency Incident Hotline on 0800 80 70 60 as soon as possible.

The earlier a problem is identified, the greater the chance of taking action before significant fish losses occur.

We are currently aware of an ongoing dissolved oxygen incident associated with an algal dieback at a lake in Cheshire.Ou...
24/08/2026

We are currently aware of an ongoing dissolved oxygen incident associated with an algal dieback at a lake in Cheshire.

Our Fisheries Officers have been attending the site since the incident was first reported to us by the angling club on Friday. Aeration equipment was initially deployed, and following further monitoring, additional aeration was put in place yesterday.

We remain in contact with the club and will continue to monitor the situation and provide support until the issue is resolved.

The Environment Agency was notified of a fire in Oldham on Sunday 16 August. Environment Officers and Fisheries Officers...
17/08/2026

The Environment Agency was notified of a fire in Oldham on Sunday 16 August. Environment Officers and Fisheries Officers attended the site and met with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. Containment booms had been deployed; however, some fire water runoff had entered the River Tame.

During the initial site visit, officers recorded several hundred dead fish in the affected area. Fisheries Officers returned to the site this morning and confirmed that no additional fish fatalities have been identified. Foam remains visible on the river, particularly around weirs where the water is more turbulent. However, observations indicate that the foam is dispersing downstream after passing over the weirs.

The Environment Agency will continue to monitor the situation to assess any ongoing environmental impacts, and determine next steps.

Today our Fisheries team have been out and about working alongside Tameside Police - GMP as part of .We’ve carried out ...
13/08/2026

Today our Fisheries team have been out and about working alongside Tameside Police - GMP as part of .

We’ve carried out patrols along the River Tame, Stamford Park and a number of local club waters, working together to tackle issues and provide a visible presence across the area.

Partnership working is a really important part of keeping our waterways safe & tackling illegal fishing and other associated issues.

We’ll continue to use intelligence and information from anglers, clubs and local communities to help us target our patrols where they’re needed most.

Seen illegal fishing? We need your help! Report it to us on 0800 80 70 60 and help us target our patrols where they’re needed most. 🎣

🚨 Don’t forget! The Fisheries Improvement Programme is now open for applications until 28th August. 🚨 This is a fantasti...
05/08/2026

🚨 Don’t forget! The Fisheries Improvement Programme is now open for applications until 28th August. 🚨

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure funding for projects such as:
- Peg improvements
- Pathways
- Aeration equipment
- Habitat enhancements
…and much more!

If you’ve got a project that could benefit your fishery or angling club, now’s the time to apply.

Don’t miss out! 👊

What a fantastic day we had on Saturday at Lymm Angling Club’s Junior Fishing Day which was held in partnership with Top...
27/07/2026

What a fantastic day we had on Saturday at Lymm Angling Club’s Junior Fishing Day which was held in partnership with Top Cast Angling! 🎣

It was brilliant to see so many young people getting the chance to experience fishing for the first time. From learning the basics to catching their very first fish, there were plenty of smiles and memorable moments throughout the day.

A huge thank you to everyone who helped organise the event, gave up their time to coach and support the juniors and of course to all the parents and families who came along. Days like these are so important for introducing the next generation to angling, teaching respect for the environment and showing just how enjoyable spending time outdoors can be.

We hope everyone had as much fun as we did, and we look forward to seeing plenty of new young anglers out on the bank again soon! 🎣

A little bit of intel can go a long way… 👀🎣Following intel we received this week, our Fisheries Officers paid a visit to...
15/07/2026

A little bit of intel can go a long way… 👀🎣

Following intel we received this week, our Fisheries Officers paid a visit to a fishery in Wigan.

The patrol gave us the opportunity to carry out rod licence checks and have a chat with the anglers on the bank.

Thanks to everyone who continues to share information with us. We take every report seriously so please make sure you continue to let us know, either by phoning the incident hotline number on 0800 80 70 60 or by using the below link:

https://www.gov.uk/report-illegal-fishing-in-england

“We never see Fisheries Officers checking licences!” A phrase we've all heard once or twice … or a few thousand times! 😄...
13/07/2026

“We never see Fisheries Officers checking licences!” A phrase we've all heard once or twice … or a few thousand times! 😄

Well, just a friendly reminder that our Fisheries Officers are always out & about carrying out rod licence checks across the area. While some anglers seem convinced we're mythical creatures that only exist in social media posts, we can confirm we are very real, and so is the £2,500 fine that you could potentially receive if you are caught fishing without a licence! 💰

You can buy your licence here:

https://www.gov.uk/fishing-licences/buy-a-fishing-licence

The Fisheries Improvement Programme will be reopening for Round Two, with applications open from 3rd August until 28th A...
13/07/2026

The Fisheries Improvement Programme will be reopening for Round Two, with applications open from 3rd August until 28th August.

If you’ve been thinking about a project to improve your fishery, now is the time to get your application submitted!

✅ Applications can be made via the Angling Trust website:
🔗 https://anglingtrust.net/funding/fisheries-improvement-programme/
✅ FAQ's can be found here:
https://anglingtrust.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/FIP-2026_27-FAQs.pdf

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with any clubs, fisheries, or angling groups who could benefit from this fantastic opportunity. 🤩

Yesterday, our officers attended reports of distressed and dead fish at a water in Haydock.On arrival, they identified l...
19/06/2026

Yesterday, our officers attended reports of distressed and dead fish at a water in Haydock.

On arrival, they identified low dissolved oxygen levels caused by an algae bloom. Our team quickly deployed aeration equipment to help increase oxygen levels and support the distressed fish.

If you notice any signs of dead fish or fish in distress, please report it to us via our incident hotline on 0800 80 70 60.

This vital service is funded by rod licence income, so thank you to everyone who continues to purchase their licence and help us protect our waters. 🎣

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