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Clan Macmillan

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.3 12 species 40 contributors

Clan Macmillan is a UK dive site offering year-round access with documented marine life observations and community video records.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
24.7 kn
Wave
2.1 m
Water
18.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (47%)
Now: WSW (243°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 4.85m

Today: High 04:00 (+0.93m), Low 10:00 (-1.66m)

+2.1 m0 m-2.7 m
▲ 04:00 · +0.93m ▼ 10:00 · -1.66m ▲ 17:00 · +0.96m ▼ 23:00 · -1.42m Now +0.5m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV2.7 · low Air PM2.56 · good 06:41 19:05
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 25.1 2.12 3 0mm
09-20 21 1.7 4 0mm
09-21 4.7 0.5 5 0mm
09-22 4.9 0.22 4 0mm
09-23 10.1 0.42 4 0mm
09-24 7.2 0.48 4 0mm
09-25 7.1 0.32 4 0mm

About this spot

Clan Macmillan is a dive site located in the United Kingdom, accessible to divers throughout the year. The site has attracted attention from the diving community, with 12 recorded species observations and three community-contributed videos documenting the underwater environment. While specific depth, visibility, and water temperature data are not currently available, the site's year-round accessibility makes it a potential option for UK-based divers planning trips in any season. The presence of community videos suggests the site is visited regularly enough to generate documentation from divers in the field. These resources can provide valuable insight into what to expect during a dive at Clan Macmillan. The site is not located within a Marine Protected Area, which may affect local regulations and access policies. Divers interested in visiting should check current local conditions and any applicable permits or restrictions before planning a trip. The documented species observations indicate there is marine life present worth investigating, though specific details about dominant species or habitats are not catalogued here.

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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 ↔ 88km · ~20kg · €0

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Clan Macmillan?

Clan Macmillan is accessible year-round, so divers can plan visits any season. Specific conditions by month are not documented; check local diving forums and recent community videos for seasonal insights.

What depth and difficulty level is Clan Macmillan?

Depth and difficulty ratings are not currently recorded for this site. Review the three available community videos or contact local dive operators for firsthand accounts of conditions and required experience levels.

What marine life can I expect to see?

Twelve species observations have been documented at Clan Macmillan. Community videos offer visual reference; consult those recordings or local diving guides to identify likely encounters during your visit.

Do I need permits to dive Clan Macmillan?

Clan Macmillan is not within a Marine Protected Area. Still, verify current local access rules and any site-specific regulations with UK diving authorities or local operators before your trip.

Operators near this spot

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

Clan Macmillan

0 km
Dive centre

City of Brisbane

1.8 km
Dive centre

HMT Ocean Sunlight

6.2 km
Dive centre

Newhaven Scuba Center

8.1 km
Dive centre

City of Waterford

9 km
Dive centre

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Oak Mapping
wind peaks Dec-Feb-Oct, calmest Aug-Jul-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: Jul (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (93/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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