Skip to content
OpenWaterAtlas
Scuba diver exploring underwater depths, capturing marine adventure vibes.
📷 Debal Das · Pexels

Broderick

3.7 — based on 14 community signals
4.4 12 species 49 contributors

Broderick is a year-round UK dive destination with documented marine life and accessible diving for explorers.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
Shore entry

At a glance

Activity
dive
Best months
Year-round

Top operators here

See all operators ↓

Map

This spot Operators Airport Nearby spots
Broderick location map © Google · Map data © Google, contributors
Open in Google Maps

Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
14.8 kn
Wave
1.46 m
Water
18.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (40%)
Now: WSW (240°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 4.11m

Today: High 04:00 (+0.67m), Low 11:00 (-1.47m)

+1.8 m0 m-2.3 m
▲ 04:00 · +0.67m ▼ 11:00 · -1.47m ▲ 17:00 · +0.71m ▼ 23:00 · -1.24m Now +0.6m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV2.2 · low Air PM2.56 · good 06:44 19:07
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 16.3 1.46 2 0mm
09-20 11.7 1.2 3 0mm
09-21 4.1 0.3 5 0mm
09-22 5.2 0.12 4 0mm
09-23 10.7 0.26 4 0mm
09-24 7 0.32 4 0mm
09-25 5 0.18 4 0mm

About this spot

Broderick offers diving year-round in United Kingdom waters, making it a reliable choice for divers planning trips across seasons. The site has attracted 12 species observations from the diving community, indicating healthy marine activity and biodiversity worth exploring. Three community videos are available, giving divers a preview of what to expect underwater. The spot sits outside marine protected areas, so standard UK diving regulations apply. Divers benefit from documented sightings that help plan encounters with local marine life. Water conditions vary throughout the year, so checking recent community reports before your dive is smart. Broderick works for divers seeking consistent access without seasonal closures. The presence of community documentation means you're diving a spot other explorers know and have shared data about. Whether you're building UK experience or chasing specific marine encounters, this site delivers year-round opportunity.

📖 Guide: Diving in the United Kingdom: 57 Sites From Wrecks to Seals

Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type G · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 49%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 79km · ~18kg · €0

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Broderick?

Broderick is open for diving year-round, so plan your trip based on personal schedule and local water conditions rather than seasonal closures.

What depth and difficulty should I expect?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings aren't documented for Broderick. Check with local dive operators or community reports for current conditions before your dive.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Broderick has 12 documented species observations from divers. Review community video reports and recent sightings to see what's been spotted lately.

Do I need permits or special access?

Broderick is not inside a marine protected area, so standard UK diving regulations apply. Verify local rules with your dive operator before heading out.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Recently spotted by divers

iNaturalist →

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Diving Otter VI - Sculpture by Laurence Broderick

360webvideo

Bronze Sculpture - Diving Otter Mijbil Maquette II - Laurence Broderick

BroderickSculpture

Bronze Sculpture - Diving Otter V - Laurence Broderick

BroderickSculpture
wind peaks Dec-Feb-Oct, calmest Jul-Aug-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Mar (0/100) Now: Sep (12/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

Nearby spots

HMS Pine United Kingdom Diving
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

HMS Pine

HMS Pine is a wreck dive in the United Kingdom accessible year-round. Explore a historic vessel with documented marine life observations.

Advanced
Wittering United Kingdom Diving
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Wittering

Wittering is a year-round UK dive site with 12 recorded species observations and active community documentation.

Beginner
Outer Mulberry United Kingdom Diving
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Outer Mulberry

Outer Mulberry is a UK dive site featuring the Phoenix Caisson wreck off Pagham Harbour, West Sussex. A unique artificial reef with documented marine life.

Intermediate

Similar spots

Same activity, shared marine species or similar profile.

Cuckoo United Kingdom Diving
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Cuckoo

Cuckoo is a wreck dive off Pagham Harbour in West Sussex, England. Year-round diving on the Phoenix Caisson offers UK wreck exploration.

Intermediate Jan·Feb·Mar+
Gascogny United Kingdom Diving
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Gascogny

Gascogny is a year-round UK dive destination with active community video documentation and accessible diving.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+
Axwell United Kingdom Diving
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Axwell

Axwell dive site near Sussex rocks offers year-round UK diving with accessible rocky terrain and strong community interest.

Advanced
Arno United Kingdom Diving
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Arno

Arno is a year-round UK dive destination with 12 recorded species observations and growing community video documentation.

Beginner Jan·Feb·Mar+

Suggest an operator

Know a great dive shop, kite school, or local guide at this spot? Tell us — we'll review and add it.

Up to 500 characters
Plan
View →