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Fishing Buddies Cambridge was launched on the 22nd October 2025. Anglers were asked to come together to Support Arthur Rank Hospice Charity, both anglers and sponsors had already raised and kindly donated £500 to ARHC, a further £300 was raised on the day so altogether a total of £800 was raised for the charity. The day itself was equally as important with so many anglers chatting, laughing, and enjoying the occasion. Special thanks to Fraser Gilbert of Frasers Fishery, Andrew Aspinall of A.R.Aspinall & Sons and Steven Ankin of Herringbone Restoration for supporting the event.  Fishing Buddies Cambridge is part of Cambridge Charity Fund Raisers. Fishing Buddies Cambridge has been created to share the benefits of angling with anglers who feel alone through loss of a family member or friend, have health or mobility concerns, stress at work or other challenges, and have possibly lost their confidence to go fishing on their own. Our aim is simple but powerful – to improve mental health, reduce social isolation and create friendships for people who are too often left feeling lonely and in simple terms need company. Fishing buddies will provide the opportunity for people to ‘open up’ and chat about any concerns that they may not have been able to talk about in the past. We hope to continue breaking down barriers to wellbeing, using fishing as a pathway to improved mental health, stronger communities, and lasting change. Fishing with a friend allows you to share the excitement of the catch however big or small along with the more peaceful moments beside the water, and chatting about life’s stories. Fishing is about more than just catching fish. It is about friendships and the bond that forms between fishing friends, many light-hearted stories and life’s challenges have been spoken about whilst sitting on the banks of rivers and lakes Fishing in remote locations can be lonely, fishing friendships adds an extra layer of safety, ensuring that there is always someone to assist in case of an emergency or having someone to help carry the tackle and other things that make the trip safer and reassuring. Being outdoors can also improve mental well-being. Spending time with nature, outlines how exposure to natural environments is linked to improved mood, and a reduction in anxiety. Many of us look forward to outdoor experiences near the water and know fishing can be so beneficial. We are pleased to confirm that Cambridge Fish Preservation Angling Club and Fraser Gilbert of Frasers Fishery have already kindly agreed to support Fishing Buddies Cambridge with the fishing venues. We are hopeful that we will be able to announce further sponsors and partners in the coming weeks. There will not be any cost to anglers attending days out, all they need is a current rod licence, tackle, and bait. 
Dates are being planned for 2026 so any anglers who would like to attend will just need to register to ensure we arrange enough swims.
Please note that whilst we will always try to provide a safe environment Cambridge Charity Fund Raisers cannot accept any responsibility for any accidents should they occur during the events and anglers are responsible for their own safety. To register your interest please email [email protected] Ian Darler B.E.M
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 I would like to again thank Kevin Johnson of CB Groundworks & Construction for putting up the challenge again,
I must also thank Frasers Fishery for kindly allowing me to use their lake. None of this would be worth doing without the generosity of so many people making donations to support the event. We hope this money will make a difference to the six charities who will all receive an equal share of the 13.1k Ian Darler B.E.M https://www.cufcfoundation.com/news-and-updates/big-fish-off-a-huge-success  Why not support/sponsor Ian Darler B.E.M in The Big Fish Off 2025 via https://cufoundation.enthuse.com/cf/the-big-fish-off Following the success of The Big Fish Off 2024 challenge that raised £2,000 for CPSL Mind, the challenge has again been set by Kevin Johnson of CB Groundworks & Construction Ltd & Cambridge United Foundation in partnership with Ian’s Cambridge Charity Fundraisers Kevin said ‘I know Ian Darler B.E.M likes a charity challenge and following the success of the 2024 BIG FISH OFF it would be a shame not to try to beat last year’s total and help more charities in 2025’ The 2025 challenge takes place on Thursday 11th September: 1. The fundraising target is £6,000. 2. The challenge is for Ian to catch 75KG (average weight of a human weighing around 12 stone (168lbs)) of fish in 12 hours. There will be an independent verifier onsite throughout the event to confirm the weight of fish caught. Kevin said ‘My pledge is that if the fundraising page hits £5,000, I will add another £1,000, and if Ian catches 100KG of fish that's an incredible 15 stone 10lbs (220lb), I will add a further £500. The 6 charities that will benefit equally from funds raised are: Cambridge United Foundation, Little Buds, East Anglia Children’s Hospices (E.A.C.H), CPSL Mind, Arthur Rank Hospice Charity & Wood Green animal shelter. Ian said ‘I know every pound raised can make a difference and I look forward to taking on the challenge, and hopes the public will get behind this latest charity event, as it will help 6 very worthy local charities who work so hard to help individuals and families in the Cambridgeshire community.’ Sponsor Ian’s challenge https://cufoundation.enthuse.com/cf/the-big-fish-off   Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire (CPSL) Mind attended the launch event of the ‘Bright Horizons’ café on Wednesday 12th February at Cambridge United Football Club’s Cledara Abbey Stadium. The Cafe has had incredible success so far.
Here is the latest update about the Bright Horizons’ Cafe. Read more by following the link below to the CPSL Mind website www.cpslmind.org.uk/cpsl-mind-supports-bright-horizons-cafe-launch/
 Former Cambridge United and Manchester United player Luke Chadwick shares his Mental Health journey and gives his endorsement of the Bright Horizons Café. Cambridge United FC's former player, manager, assistant coach, and Hall-of-Famer John Taylor shares his Mental Health journey and gives his endorsement of the Bright Horizons Café. Ian would like to thank John Taylor for his support at the Bright Horizon Cafe and remind people that the next event is on the 9th April.  
The cafe will run on the second Wednesday of the month at the Cledara Abbey stadium in the A 2 B lounge 2ppm - 4pm , everybody is welcome . Cambridge United Foundation and Cambridge Charity Fund Raisers are pleased with the impact the Bright Horizon Cafe has already made to several people who attended. See below the slide show of photos from the event  CCFR would like to thank Mr & Mrs Gillings for supporting Little Buds.
Graham and his wife had a Christmas light display and the donations raised were given to Francesca Moriarty who runs Little Buds. |
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