A national organisation full of like-minded people who are dedicated to the continued well-being of the barbel, its habitat and the barbel angler.
Access to hundreds of experienced barbel anglers, joining instantly connects you to a huge network of anglers. Many members are more than happy to share their knowledge, and even meet up with anglers new to barbel fishing to spend time on the bank.
Every year a number of fish-ins and tuitions are held for adults and juniors where members can meet up, exchange stories, make new friendships and spend some time fishing together.
The Research, Conservation & Lobbying section work in conjunction with other bodies to protect and improve the river environment for barbel.
Barbel Fisher magazine
The only dedicated magazine to barbel and barbel fishing: Barbel Fisher is published twice a year and members receive their copy as part of their membership.
Membership benefits include:
- Frequent newsletters are sent to members to keep them informed of all Society activity. News about fish-ins, fisheries, the conference etc. plus updates on all the major issues the Society is involved with make for an interesting read.
- Reduced prices at tackle shops, traders that support us.
- Members can get access to our wonderful fisheries on the Tidal Trent and Lower Severn.
- The Barbel Show is held every year during the close season and is now firmly established in the angling calendar. Meet our committee, ambassadors and other household names in angling.
- The Society supports Anglers Against Cancer and the Predation Action Group.
If you are interested in barbel fishing, and supporting the protection and development of our rivers for barbel and other species, then the Barbel Society is for you.