Scuba School Ltd - Cornwall & Devon

The team at Scuba School Ltd are the kind of instructors who make you feel instantly at ease, even when you're battling the chill of a British spring dive. We've always appreciated their no-nonsense, friendly approach to teaching, especially when it comes to getting new divers comfortable in the often-challenging waters of Cornwall and Devon. They really excel at taking PADI students from their first breath underwater all the way to instructor level, offering a comprehensive IDC that’s genuinely hands-on. What we love about diving with them is their commitment to local sites. They’re not just ticking boxes; they’re showing you the best of the UK’s temperate waters. Picture yourself on a blustery day, gearing up for a wreck dive off Plymouth, the smell of salt in the air. You descend, and suddenly you’re in a world of jewel anemones, dogfish tucked into crevices, and spider crabs scuttling across old metal. It’s an experience that really grows on you. Our favourite tip for diving this region with Scuba School Ltd? Embrace the colder water. A good drysuit is essential, and you’ll be rewarded with incredible, often overlooked, marine life. They’re a solid choice for anyone serious about PADI progression in the UK, especially if you want to really get to grips with local conditions.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
52.271816, -1.894190
Phone
+44 1527 852555
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.scubaschool.org.uk
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI 5 Star IDC [padi:25119]
Address
43 Alcester Road, Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7NJ, United Kingdom

Dive Sites Near Scuba School Ltd

Scuba School Ltd 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