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At DarkTyde were huge fans of exotic foreign trips. Sun, sand and scuba are what we all dream of when we first take up the sport. But most of our diving takes place in the UK and we also love our low stress, light kit bimbles. Shore dives offer a unique experience with a chance to see a variety of marine life and different underwater environments. <\/p>

Here are some of our favouriteshore dives in the UK:<\/p>

  1. Lundy Island, Devon - This remote island offers stunning diving with a variety of marine life including seals, octopuses, and lobsters. The island also has a variety of dive sites suitable for all levels of divers.<\/p>

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  2. St. Abbs, Scotland - This nature reserve is known for its rugged cliffs and diverse marine life. With depths ranging from 5 to 40 meters, there are plenty of dive sites to explore.<\/p>

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  3. Swanage Pier, Dorset - This dive site is perfect for beginners and offers easy access to a variety of marine life including seahorses and crabs. With a maximum depth of 12 meters, it\u2019s also a great spot for training dives.<\/p>

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  4. Chesil Cove, Dorset - With a depth range of 5 to 18 meters, this dive site is popular for wreck diving and offers a chance to see a variety of marine life including dogfish and cuttlefish.<\/p>

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  5. Porthkerris, Cornwall - This dive site offers a variety of depths with a maximum depth of 30 meters. With the chance to see marine life such as basking sharks, dolphins, and seals, it\u2019s a must-visit for any UK diver.<\/p>

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  6. Criccieth, Wales - This dive site is perfect for those looking to see a variety of marine life including jellyfish, sea anemones, and starfish. With depths ranging from 6 to 18 meters, it\u2019s also a great spot for training dives.<\/p>

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  7. Swanpool Beach, Cornwall - With a maximum depth of 12 meters, this dive site is perfect for beginners and offers a chance to see a variety of marine life including spider crabs and cuttlefish.<\/p>

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  8. Babbacombe Beach, Devon - This dive site is popular for its clear water and variety of marine life including seahorses, crabs, and lobsters. With depths ranging from 6 to 16 meters, it\u2019s also a great spot for training dives.<\/p>

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  9. Stoney Cove, Leicestershire - While not located on the coast, this inland dive site offers a variety of underwater attractions including wrecks, a bus, and even an aircraft cockpit. With depths ranging from 6 to 36 meters, it\u2019s suitable for all levels of divers. <\/p>

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  10. Porth Ysgaden, Wales - This sheltered bay offers a variety of marine life including lobsters and crabs. With a maximum depth of 10 meters, it\u2019s perfect for beginners and training dives (and where several of the DT team first dipped their fins in the water).<\/p>

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    These are just a few of the best shore dives in the UK, and with so many more to explore, it\u2019s no wonder the UK is a popular destination for scuba diving.<\/p>

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