Capernwray (Jackdaw Quarry) dive site

Overview

Description

Nestled in Lancashire, Capernwray is widely regarded as the UK’s finest inland dive site. With clear waters, abundant aquatic life, and excellent facilities, it offers a top-tier experience for divers of all levels. ⚪ Why Dive Capernwray? Year-Round Visibility: Consistently clear water makes it ideal for training and exploration. Diverse Marine Life: Encounter trout, sturgeon, and other freshwater species in a thriving ecosystem. Unique Attractions: From sunken planes to statues, there’s plenty to discover. ⚪ Designed for Learning Training Platforms: Ideal for schools and instructors to run safe, structured sessions. Entry Points: Rocky beach, jetty, and sloped entries suit divers of all experience and mobility levels. ⚪ Dive Layout Capernwray is split into shallow and deep zones, divided by a submerged wall. Divers can move between depths via gaps, allowing for a varied and dynamic dive profile.

Location 54.13629, -2.72277Get Directions

Useful training for this sitePADI Open Water Diver, PADI Enriched Air Diver, PADI Wreck Diver, PADI Dry Suit Diver, PADI Underwater Navigator, PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy, PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle Diver, PADI Underwater Photographer

Dive Types

Wreck, Quarry, Wall

Suggested Equipment

Booties, Camera, Dive computer, Drysuit, Gloves, Hood, Torch, Wetsuit

Entry

Shore

Common SightingsSturgeon, Perch, Trout, Roach

Water Type

Fresh

Maximum Depth 72 feet / 22 meters

Entry

ShoreShore/Beach

Common SightingsSharks, Whales, Dolphins, Turtles

Water Type

Fresh

Maximum Depth 72 feet / 22 meters

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