2025 has been yet another sensational year for fishing. Not only have special catches been made, but anglers have taken a stand against the issues that matter, and come out largely victorious.

An exceptional 2025 sees the likeable Essex angler lift the title

James Howarth takes the victory in gripping contest

Mike Pisera’s giant 20lb 6oz fish voted the nation’s favourite

Southern waterway home to giant barbel, chub and perch is 2025’s River of the Year

Angling Times’ Tony Grigorjevs, sets out on a quest to smash a long-standing personal best, with a little help from a friend...