Porthkerris, Cornwall

Porthkerris, Cornwall is a great scuba diving location for everyone from beginners to more advanced divers. Family-run diving companies in the area are there to provide visitors with lessons and tours that will take them to various locations around Porthkerris, where they will see some amazing underwater sights. Easy shore diving is one of the most popular types of scuba diving available in Porthkerris. Simply enter the water from the shore for one of the easiest diving experiences. In addition, divers will enjoy drop offs and shallow reefs throughout the region that are perfect for spotting a host of different marine life and the SS Mohegan shipwreck of 1898.

Porthkerris, Cornwall, UK by nick

The Farne Islands in Northumberland

Plan a visit to The Farne Islands in Northumberland for another one of the best diving spots in the United Kingdom. This diving spot is ideal for those who possess some diving skills, but can be enjoyed by all levels of experienced or non-experienced divers alike. These rocky islands are popular for exploring due to the various shipwrecks that have occurred here throughout the years. In addition to underwater shipwrecks, many choose to dive at The Farne Islands simply for the large grey seal population that can be seen here. Divers can watch these beautiful creatures swim in their natural habitats, something that they may not have the chance to see while diving at other UK destinations. Nearby diving companies are also available to take scuba divers out on the boat for a fun-filled day at sea.

Farne Islands, Northumberland, UK by Andrew Dyson

Weymouth, Dorset

Weymouth, Dorset within the United Kingdom is an excellent scuba diving spot for all skill levels. The wide open, clear water enables visitors to visibly see many different shipwrecks and marine life that call Weymouth their home. Within just 20 miles, divers can expect to see and explore about 120 different shipwrecks including warships, passenger liners and U-boats. Reefs and ledges will provide you with amazing views of tropical marine life that you may not see elsewhere. In addition, diving companies in Weymouth can provide beginners with training courses and certifications, as well as special tours that will take you to and from top diving spots within the area.

Weymouth, Dorset, UK by Jim Linwood

Each and every scuba diving spot throughout the United Kingdom provides visitors with an entirely new experience than the last. Whether you’re looking to explore shipwrecks, reefs or the beautiful wide open waters of the country, you are sure to find it all when opting to dive in various destinations throughout the United Kingdom – so what are you waiting for, dive on in!

Jenn is an avid diver and loves nothing more than travelling to new and exciting diving locations.  When not travelling she works for Northern Divers – you can find out more on the Northern Diver twitter.

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Durdle Door, Dorset, England, UK by W. Lloyd MacKenzie

The vast majority of Durdle Door is composed of limestone which is why over the centuries it has slowly eroded away to form the arch. Its mammoth size however has led to its popularity over the years. Countless people have made their way to Durdle Door and to enjoy the English countryside.

The limestone rock formation has appeared in a number of music videos over the last few decades which have increased its popularity. One of the more popular videos is the Tears for Fears’ Shout video which was filmed on location in and around Durdle Door. Also, Pink Floyd fans have seen an image of the rock formation in the lyric books supplied with every “The Division Bell” album sold.

The rock that the Durdle Door is composed of stretch for great distances in every direction. They can be found hundreds of meters inland as well as out in the sea. Those who visit the Durdle Door will also be able to see the Bull which is located just off shore. This has been determined to be a continuation of the rock that the door itself is made of.

Durdle Door, Dorset Coast, England, UK by W. Lloyd MacKenzie

While there are many things to see and do in England, many people make the choice to head out into the countryside to get as far away from the hustle and bustle of life in London. While there are many great attractions in the capital city, some of the best destinations in the country are not.

There are countless castles and other ruins of days gone by that can be found in and around the area where the Durdle Door is located. The area known as the Jurassic Coast is one of the more popular destinations in the country.

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The cove has attracted countless visitors not only because of its beauty, but also because of its mysteries. The rocks that form the walls of the cove consist of bands of rocks which over the years have formed parallel to the coastline.

Lulworth Cove and surroundings, Dorset, England, UK by Arpingstone

The cove entrance is nothing more than a small gap that has been eroded away between some bands of limestone. Since the limestone is the most resilient of the shoreline rocks, it is found most abundantly in the area. The cove itself was once filled with sands and clays which over the millennia have been eroded away by the waves and through water run-off.

Over the years, as the waves started making their way into the cove, they started to reshape it. The uniqueness of the Lulworth Cove’s shape is as a result of what is known as wave diffraction. Needless to say, the cove is a very unique and picturesque geological landmark in the UK.

It is believed that only a few thousand years ago, the Lulworth Cove looked much different than it does today. Only about a kilometre away you will find a site that is known as Stair Hole. Many people believe that the cove started off very similar to the hole before reaching the shape it is known for today.

Anyone who makes their way to the Jurassic Coast has to stop at West Lulworth first. From here, most make their way to the Lulworth Cove before stopping off to see the many other popular sites along the coastlines. Here, where the land has simply folded over on itself time and time again, you will find some of the most amazing geological formations as well as the potential to find some fossils that date back to the day when dinosaurs called the area home.

The area is also importance to the nation as the sand beneath the area where the Lulworth Cove sits is one of the richest oil deposits in the United Kingdom. With the coastline being designated a World Heritage Site, special care must be taken to extract the oil from the seabed without affecting the coastline and the fossils buried beneath.

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The area where the Old Harry Rocks sits is known as the Jurassic coast. Because of tectonics, the land has folded over and over itself time and time again. As a result, rocks that date back to not just the Jurassic period, but also the Triassic and Cretaceous period can be seen clearly. Amongst these rocks are the fossils of countless dinosaurs from long ago; just waiting to be uncovered.

Old Harry Rocks, UK by John Tomlinson

The area where the Old Harry Rocks can be found is filled with chalk and this particular kind of rock is very resistant to the acidic attacks by saltwater. There was a day when a number of chalk columns stood in the area, but because of erosion by the waves, one by one they have tumbled to the sea. The last rock to fall was back in 1896, it was considered to be the wife of Old Harry. Today, all that is left of her is a stump.

However, to the east, just across the water you will see the very popular Needles that are situated along the coastline of the Isle of Wight. While the distance is quite far if the day is clear enough then you should have no problems seeing the Needles. It is said, that the islands used to be connected by the chalk but over the millennia this bridge has long since eroded away.

Old Harry Rocks, England, UK by Cmcqueen

Before long, it is expected that the Old Harry Rocks too will succumb to erosion. There are many people working together to find a way to protect the rocks and preserve them from the tremendous force of the waves and time.

As local legend has it, the name of the Old Harry Rocks comes from an infamous pirate who hid out in the area. Harry Paye, who was a pirate from Poole, used the area as his hideout and was said to have buried his treasures along the rocky shores of the island. While no treasure has ever been found, the name stuck as a symbol to the history that has made the island what it is today.

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