Ocean Turtle Diving - Cornwall & Devon

The team at Ocean Turtle Diving are exactly the kind of people you want looking after you when you’re diving in the UK, especially if you’re new to these waters. They’ve built a reputation for being incredibly thorough and supportive, which is invaluable when you’re dealing with the often-chilly, sometimes-challenging conditions of Cornwall and Devon. We often send divers their way who are looking to advance their PADI certifications, from Open Water all the way up through the professional ranks. They really do excel at creating confident divers. What we love about them is their dedication to UK diving itself. While they offer courses that prepare you for tropical waters, their passion for the local wrecks and reefs shines through. You’ll spend time learning in quarries, yes, but they get you out exploring the Cornish coast as soon as you’re ready, which is where the real magic happens. Think kelp forests swaying in the surge, the glint of sunlight on a shoal of pollock, and the quiet thrill of finning over a piece of history on the seabed. Our favourite tip for diving with them: ask about their trips to the local seal colonies; swimming alongside those curious grey eyes is an experience you won't forget.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.275322, -1.064097
Phone
+44 1256 819595
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.oceanturtlediving.com
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star CDC [padi:32106]
Address
Unit 16, Hassocks Wood, Stroudley Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8UQ, United Kingdom

Dive Sites Near Ocean Turtle Diving

Ocean Turtle Diving 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