Diving in Wales

Explore diving in Wales

Diving in Wales reveals spectacular reefs, dramatic drop-offs, and pinnacles teeming with marine life. Along Wales’s stunning coastline, you can encounter dolphins, whales, sharks, and playful seals. The country’s rugged beauty offers endless dive sites for all skill levels. Key dive areas include Pembrokeshire in the southwest, known for Pembrokeshire National Park and Skomer Island, famous for large seal colonies. In the northwest, Anglesey boasts numerous mysterious wrecks, some yet to be discovered. Wales is a must-visit destination for cold water diving adventures rich in wildlife and underwater history.

When to dive in Wales

The main diving months in Wales are from April to October, when water temperatures and visibility are at their best. However, experienced divers can explore Welsh waters all year with a drysuit, hood, and gloves for colder conditions. Water temperatures range from about 4°C (39°F) in spring to 14°C (57°F) in late summer. The summer and early autumn months offer calmer seas and warmer waters, perfect for discovering reefs, wrecks, and marine life. Whether diving in spring or autumn, Wales provides excellent cold water diving opportunities for all levels.

Where to dive in Wales

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Pembrokeshire

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Wales is easily accessible from the UK, Ireland, and Europe, with flights into Cardiff Airport serving as the main international gateway. For travelers outside Europe, it’s often best to fly into major English airports like London Heathrow or Manchester and continue overland to Wales. By car, Wales is about a three-hour drive from London, with convenient motorway links. Train travel is also efficient - direct services run from London Paddington to Newport and Cardiff, with easy connections to Swansea, Carmarthenshire, and Pembrokeshire. Trains from Birmingham, Manchester, and Liverpool reach Wales in just a few hours, making public transport an affordable and eco-friendly option for exploring Wales’s beautiful coastline and dive sites.

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+44

Currency

GBP

Voltage

230 V

Pressure

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Plug

Languages

English, Welsh

1st Stage

DIN

Wales: top locations for diving

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