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
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Intermediate
Farne Islands
United KingdomAtlantic
51.1

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

Visibility3–12 m
Temperature8–15°C
Max Depth24 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$70
Best MonthsJune, July, August, September
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML47.0CH27.0VIS49.0SV37.0TMP42.0DA51.0OP73.0TS60.0GT68.0VAL60.0CRD57.0SP54.0

Marine Life

47.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
64
Megafauna Encounters
28
Reef Fish Abundance
82
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
40
Marine Life Diversity
47.0
Coral & Reef Health
27.0
Visibility & Conditions
49.0
Dive Site Variety
37.0
Water Temperature
42.0
Depth & Access
51.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
60.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
60.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
54.0

Dive Types

wreckpelagic

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

puffin & seabird colony boat tour (May-Jul)grey seal watchingBamburgh CastleHoly Island (Lindisfarne) day tripSeahouses harbour dining

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Bamburgh Castle
  • Lindisfarne (Holy Island) Priory
  • Grace Darling Museum (Seahouses)

Non-Diver Score

6/10

Good topside options for non-diving companions.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifebasic

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber80 km — Royal Victoria Infirmary Hyperbaric Unit, Newcastle
Nearest Hospital20 km

Hospital in Alnwick or Berwick; chamber in Newcastle (1.5 hrs); cold water diving; boat access only

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Sovereign Diving

PADI

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