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Best places to go scuba diving in the UK
Scuba diving in the UK may conjure up visions of dark, murky lakes with no bottom and giant fish hiding in the seaweed, ready to jump out at you. However, Britain is actually home to some of the most beautiful scuba diving spots in Europe just waiting for you and your fellow diving pals to explore.
From the Scottish reefs in the icy-cold North Sea to flooded quarries filled with old airplane wrecks, there are dozens of unique scuba diving sites with super clear visibility. You’ve just got to know where to find them...
1. Lundy Island, Devon
Lundy Island was the first area to be named a Marine Conservation Zone in the UK. Located just a few miles from Barnstaple in North Devon, it is one of the most vibrant marine life areas in the country with 10 diveable wrecks and great visibility. Expect to see lobsters, moon jellyfish, urchins as big as footballs and playful seals if you’re lucky.
2. Scapa Flow, Orkney, Scotland
Scapa Flow is one of the most famous dive sites in the UK. 52 German Naval ships were scuttled here during the second world war and the wrecks now attract divers from all over the world. Blockship Tabarka is a favourite among many divers. It was voted as one of Europe’s best dive sites because it’s easily accessible at 14m to 18m, covered in sea life, and surrounded by crystal clear water.
3. Farne Islands, Northumberland
The Farne Islands off the coast of Northumberland are one of the most dangerous shipping areas in the British Isles. As a result, dozens of wrecks litter the seabed here, waiting for divers to descend and explore. Alongside fish, crustaceans and anemones, there is a strong grey seal colony here with an estimated 5,000 seals swimming around the Farne Islands' rocks. You'll know they are nearby when you feel one tugging your fins.
4. Skomer Marine Reserve, Pembrokeshire, Wales
If you are looking for a spectacular British reef to explore, head to the Skomer Marine Reserve. Just off the coast of Pembrokeshire, it’s protected from fishing and development which means that the reef is teeming with sea life. There are wall drops which descend to over 50m, caves and over 500 wrecks to explore including the Lucy, a popular dive for advanced divers. Keep your eyes peeled for dolphins, seals, colourful sea slugs, catfish, lobsters and rare seahorses.
5. St Kilda, Outer Hebrides, Scotland
If you venture 40 miles off the Outer Hebrides, you will find the archipelago of St Kilda, a mecca for British divers. The spectacular landscape — complete with towering cliffs and giant sea stacks — is mirrored in the depths below. St Kilda is a haven of caves, arches and walls covered in marine life with amazing water visibility. It’s a great place to spot seals and puffins diving in the water, huge lobsters, plus beautiful multi-coloured jewelled anemones.
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