The Environment Agency has invested almost £3,000 into Heron Pond in Goose Green near Pulborough.
Low oxygen levels have been harming fish stocks, but the local angling society was able to buy aeration units that have improved water quality due to the cash.
Environment Agency Solent and South Downs Fisheries, Biodiversity and Geomorphology Team Leader, Amir Fogel said: “Anglers often ask us about how we spend the money raised from the sale of fishing licences. The Fisheries Improvement Programme is a prime example of the wide range of activities this income pays for to protect and improve fish stocks and fisheries and boost the popularity of angling.
“The programme is also a great demonstration of our partnership efforts, with many of the projects completed with the support of landowners, local businesses and fisheries clubs.
“All the projects will benefit anglers and local partners provide significant match funding and input from volunteers to make them a success. We want to hear from more clubs and fisheries about the work and projects they would like to see undertaken.”
The Fisheries Investment Programme reinvests money generated by rod licences to improve the habitats of a range of fish species, support angling clubs and fisheries to improve access to nature, and secure a sustainable future for English fisheries in our changing climate. This year, £955,543 of rod licence income was reinvested into the scheme, with a further £1 million secured through match funding from partners.
Since launching in 2015, the Fisheries Improvement Programme has invested over £20 million in more than 1,300 projects across England.
Those looking to fish in English waterways should remember they must have a valid rod fishing licence, which can be easily bought online.
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