Do participants in this most popular of pastimes enjoy improved physical and mental wellbeing?
Angling contributes to health and well-being in three ways.
Its range of physical activity levels are suitable for the inactive, people recovering from illness and older age groups who may not participate in other sports.
It incorporates contact with the natural environment which helps maintain positive mental health, combat stress and can support programmes for people suffering from mental illness.
It encourages the relationship building, connection and participation in social life essential to well-being and active ageing.
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