Donkey Divers Limited - Cornwall & Devon

The team at Donkey Divers Limited are exactly the kind of people you want looking after you when you’re diving in the UK, especially if you’re new to the chillier waters. We’ve always found them incredibly patient, particularly with first-timers or those who haven’t dipped a fin in a while. They’re PADI pros, running everything from discover scuba sessions right up to professional courses. Our favourite thing about them is their commitment to getting everyone comfortable; we’ve seen them take absolute novices and have them confidently finning around the local sites in no time. You'd choose Donkey Divers if you appreciate a dive shop that feels more like a club. They specialise in making UK diving accessible and fun, focusing on the sheltered coves and wrecks scattered around the Cornwall and Devon coastline. We'd suggest asking them about shore dives at places like Looe Island – the kelp forests there can be surprisingly full of life, and the light filtering through is something else on a sunny day. They know the tides and conditions intimately, which is crucial for making the most of a dive here. Expect genuine warmth and solid advice, not just a quick kit-up and splash.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
49.453197, -2.570691
Phone
+44 7781 409060
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.donkey-divers.com
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star Dive Center [padi:24269]
Address
Bailiff Cross Rd, St Andrew, Guernsey, GY6 8SA, United Kingdom

Dive Sites Near Donkey Divers Limited

Donkey Divers Limited provides access to 15 dive sites in Cornwall & Devon.

Other Dive Centres in Cornwall & Devon

Best Time to Dive in Cornwall & Devon

The warmest water temperatures in Cornwall & Devon occur in January, averaging 9.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 9.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 9.6°C (air: 7.3°C)
  • February: 9.6°C (air: 8.4°C)
  • March: 9.6°C (air: 8.6°C)
  • April: 9.6°C (air: 10.1°C)
  • May: 9.6°C (air: 12.6°C)
  • June: 9.6°C (air: 15.2°C)
  • July: 9.6°C (air: 16.6°C)
  • August: 9.6°C (air: 17.1°C)
  • September: 9.6°C (air: 15.9°C)
  • October: 9.6°C (air: 13.5°C)
  • November: 9.6°C (air: 10.7°C)
  • December: 9.6°C (air: 8.7°C)

Marine Life in Cornwall & Devon

Home to 192 recorded species including 93 reef fish, 18 sharks & rays, 13 whales & dolphins, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Cornwall & Devon

Based on average water temperature of 9.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 10°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories