Plongée à Farne Islands — United Kingdom
The Farne Islands host one of the largest grey seal colonies in England. Underwater, juvenile seals are famously playful — tugging fins, blowing bubbles at cameras, and somersaulting around divers. Above water, 100,000+ puffins nest on the islands. It's one of the best animal encounters in British diving.
- Score
- 51.1
- Visibilité
- 3–12m
- Température
- 8–15°C
- Meilleurs mois
- June, July, August
SCORE
55.6167°N
-1.6500°E
The Farne Islands host one of the largest grey seal colonies in England. Underwater, juvenile seals are famously playful — tugging fins, blowing bubbles at cameras, and somersaulting around divers. Above water, 100,000+ puffins nest on the islands. It's one of the best animal encounters in British diving.
England's Grey Seal Colony Diving
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Marine Life
47.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Key species
Dive types
Traveling with non-divers?
Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.
Activities for non-divers
Nearby cultural sites
- Bamburgh Castle
- Lindisfarne (Holy Island) Priory
- Grace Darling Museum (Seahouses)
Non-diver score
Good topside options for non-diving companions.
Safety & emergency
Hospital in Alnwick or Berwick; chamber in Newcastle (1.5 hrs); cold water diving; boat access only
Top operators
Sovereign Diving
PADI