The timetable in other nations for reopening non-essential shops, including tackle shops, is not yet clear.
Already, more and more tackle shops are offering click and collect services, or telephone orders, including for fresh bait.
The reopening of many English fishing venues has created instant, welcome demand for products after weeks of financial struggle and uncertainty.
Other dealers, such as the big chain Angling Direct, have continued trading with their normal online website sales only, mailing goods to customers.