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Wittering

3.9 — based on 16 community signals
4.3 12 species 37 contributors

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

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Shore entryFamily-friendlySeasonal

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Difficulty
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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
23.5 kn
Wave
1.68 m
Water
18.7°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (56%)
Now: WSW (248°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 3.48m

Next: High at 04:00 (+0.63m)

+1.4 m0 m-2.0 m
▲ 04:00 · +0.63m ▼ 10:00 · -1.42m ▲ 17:00 · +0.67m ▼ 23:00 · -1.19m Now -1.2m
Fri 18Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24
UV3.15 · mod Air PM2.57 · good 06:42 19:09
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-18 24.1 1.68 3 0mm
09-19 24.5 1.8 3 0mm
09-20 20.2 1.44 4 0mm
09-21 5.1 0.38 5 0mm
09-22 4.5 0.18 4 0mm
09-23 12.8 0.4 4 0mm
09-24 8.6 0.38 4 0mm

About this spot

Wittering offers consistent diving opportunities throughout the year off the United Kingdom coast. The site draws interest from local and visiting divers keen to explore British waters. With 12 species observations logged by the diving community, Wittering supports a working marine ecosystem worth investigating. Three community videos provide visual reference for divers planning visits. The site sits outside Marine Protected Areas, giving it standard access conditions. Wittering's year-round availability makes it reliable for scheduling dives during any season. Local knowledge and community feedback are your best resources for current conditions, as water temperature, visibility, and depth vary seasonally. The site supports active documentation by divers, indicating regular visitation and observation of local marine life. Most diving here follows UK coastal practices and seasonal patterns.

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Dive types

ShoreBoat

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 · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 84km · ~19kg · €0

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Wittering?

Wittering is diveable year-round. UK coastal conditions vary seasonally—plan dives based on your skill level and comfort with cold water. Check community videos and recent dive logs for current conditions before visiting.

What depth and difficulty level is Wittering?

Specific depth and difficulty data for Wittering are not standardized in available records. Contact local dive operators or review community videos for site-specific details and recommendations on required certification.

What marine life can I expect to see at Wittering?

Twelve species observations are recorded at Wittering. Review the community dive logs and videos to see documented sightings. Marine life varies by season and dive conditions in UK coastal waters.

Do I need permits to dive Wittering?

Wittering is not inside a Marine Protected Area, so standard UK diving practices apply. Always verify local access rules and weather conditions before diving. Check with nearby dive operations for entry requirements and current site status.

Operators near this spot

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

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Stoney Cove SCUBA Diving Quarry - VIDEO TOUR (Leicestershire, UK)

Aleta Ewing (JOKR)

Wittering - Aug20

Andrew Goldby

West Wittering - in the sea

Erik Farkas

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "https://www.openstreetmap.org/node/4340340005 What is the name of this shop?"

    TheUKHighStreet · 2026-04-19
  • "Is this a separate garden centre or is it part of Maidenhead Aquatics?"

    TheUKHighStreet · 2025-12-30
  • "Static caravan park has recently been rebuilt (2025) - new layout has yet to be mapped"

    DanGregory · 2025-12-16
wind peaks Dec-Feb-Nov, 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: Jul (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (98/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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