Registered Charity - No. 261017

Our Patrons

"Accomplished carp angler, author and head of Angling Publications, Tim Paisley needs little introduction.  His influence amongst the angling fraternity is a massive plus for Stoney and Friends.  As President he’s a regular at Stoney’s events and long may it continue."

Tim Paisley, President

"Sky Sports media mogul and pioneer of angling on TV, Keith Arthur is one of the most familiar angling personalities around.  His commitment to Stoney and Friends is well documented.  His musical talents are a regular feature as the front man for the band, Stoney’s Friends; we’re delighted to have him on-board."

"John Wilson MBE, needs little introduction.  An angler who has been making television angling programmes for the last 20 years .  Voted 'The Greatest Angler of all Time' in a 2004 by readers of the Angling Times; we are honoured to have him as a Vice President. "

"Fox International Media and PR manager, voice-over man and prodigious angling talent, Ian Welch knows his way around a lake or two.  Furthermore, organising events is second nature to this man; he brings a wealth of talents to the Stoney’s committee."

"As the current record holder for the crucian carp, Martin Bowler is the ultimate all-rounder.  His commitment to the Stoney’s cause is equally as impressive and we are very lucky to have his talents and enthusiasm to call on. "

"Bait-making guru, on-line TV star, angling consultant and successful angling coach; there are no bounds to this man’s talent."  Ian Russell brings years of angling experience to the Stoney and Friends set-up; long may it continue.

"One of the finest angling talents there has ever been; carp catcher extraordinare, author, innovator and all-round nice guy.  Having Terry on board the Stoney and Friends charity can only raise the profile amongst the trade and angling community as a whole."

Terry Hearn, Vice President

Ian Russell, Vice President

Martin Bowler, Vice President

Ian Welch, Vice President

John Wilson, Vice President

Ian Chillcott, Vice President

Keith Arthur, Vice President

"One of the most respected carp anglers in the UK, Chilly is a real character, driven by his love for the sport.  An author who features in most of the angling monthlies, Chilly has a passion not only for angling but for the Stoney’s charity.  A regular at the events, he never misses a trick to bang the drum for us."

"One of the most recognisable faces in angling, Des Taylor is the ultimate all-rounder.  A successful author and star of numerous dvds, Stoney and Friends are proud to have an angler of such stature on-board as Vice President.

"The newest face to grace the Stoney and Friends Patron list is Mike Heylin.  As Chairman of the Angling Trust, Mike spends his working day fighting for anglers’ rights, managing fisheries and environmental campaigning, whilst promoting and developing angling.  It’s fantastic to have him working with Stoney’s."

Des Taylor, Vice President

Mike Heylin, Vice President