Coarse fishing is a popular angling method that primarily focuses on catching freshwater fish species other than trout or salmon.

It involves fishing in lakes, ponds, rivers, and canals, targeting fish such as carp, bream, roach, tench, and perch, among others. Unlike fly fishing, which typically employs lightweight tackle and artificial flies, coarse fishing uses heavier equipment like rods, reels, and lines, along with a variety of bait options such as maggots, worms, pellets, and boilies. Anglers often use a range of techniques including float fishing, ledgering, and feeder fishing to attract and catch their desired species.