Scuba Scene Taunton - Cornwall & Devon

The team at Scuba Scene Taunton feel like old friends the moment you walk through the door. If you’re serious about your PADI progression, especially through the professional ranks, this is exactly where you want to be. Ian Angell, their PADI Course Director, has seen it all and done it all over his twenty-odd years in the industry. We've always found his advice spot on, whether it's navigating local conditions or simply picking the right fin for a drysuit dive. We particularly love Scuba Scene for their instructor development. They run regular IDC programs, and what we appreciate is the real-world perspective they bring. It’s not just about passing the exams, it’s about making you a confident, competent instructor ready for a career in diving. They know the dive sites around Cornwall and Devon like the back of their hand, meaning you’ll get practical experience in varying conditions – everything from the calm, shallow bays to the more exposed wrecks that sometimes call for a bit of current management. For any diver looking to truly hone their skills, whether going pro or just wanting to dive more confidently in UK waters, Scuba Scene offers that solid, personal touch.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.013040, -3.103193
Phone
+44 1823 336664
Email
[email protected]
Website
https://scubascenetaunton.com/
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star IDC [padi:32342]
Address
38 East Reach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3ES, United Kingdom

Dive Sites Near Scuba Scene Taunton

Scuba Scene Taunton 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