Piscatorial Society
The Piscatorial Society is one of the oldest angling societies in England, if not the world. It was founded in 1836 and still flourishes today. It leases fly fishing water on a number of
The Society has, at its core, three key objectives. First, to maintain a fellowship of flyfishers and the tradition of
History
The first meeting of which the Minutes survive took place on 2 November 1837, and at this meeting it was resolved to have a card engraved for presentation to members.[citation needed] This card bears the inscription:
The Piscatorial Society – Established 16th October, 1837 – For promoting friendly intercourse and mutual information among the lovers of the Art of Angling -Held at the 'Marquis of Granby,' South Audley Street"[1]
The decorated chair in the picture at the head of the table still exists along with many other original artefacts and books. The Club Secretary is Geoff Fleming.[citation needed]
References
- ^ Hammond, P.M. (editor) (Andover,1936) "The Book of the Piscatorial Society 1836-1936"