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Barn Hill

3.8 — based on 15 community signals
4.4 12 especies 47 colaboradores

Barn Hill is a year-round UK dive destination with recorded marine life observations and accessible community footage.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago

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Mejores meses
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Mapa de ubicación de Barn Hill © Google · Datos del mapa © Google, colaboradores
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

Open-Meteo
Viento
13.2 kn
Olas
1.6 m
Agua
18.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WSW (42%)
Now: WSW (249°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 4.45m

Próxima: Alta a las 04:00 (+0.78m)

+1.9 m0 m-2.5 m
▲ 04:00 · +0.78m ▼ 10:00 · -1.56m ▲ 17:00 · +0.82m ▼ 23:00 · -1.33m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV1.9 · low Aire PM2.57 · good 06:42 19:06
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 16.3 1.7 2 0mm
09-20 12.4 1.34 3 0mm
09-21 4.7 0.36 4 0mm
09-22 4.7 0.16 4 0mm
09-23 10.5 0.34 4 0mm
09-24 6.8 0.32 4 0mm
09-25 6 0.58 4 0mm

About this spot

Barn Hill offers consistent diving opportunities throughout the year in the United Kingdom. The site has documented species observations from 12 recorded sightings, providing divers with reliable data on local marine life. Community videos—three in total—showcase the site's appeal and conditions, helping divers prepare for visits. The spot remains unprotected within any Marine Protected Area, meaning standard UK diving regulations apply. Local conditions and site features are best learned through direct consultation with regional dive operators and community resources who know the site intimately. Divers exploring Barn Hill benefit from documented species activity and peer-shared video evidence. Access details, seasonal considerations, and specific site logistics should be confirmed with established UK dive operators familiar with the location. The year-round availability makes it a reliable option for regular UK divers seeking consistent exploration.

📖 Guía: Buceo en el Reino Unido: 57 Lugares desde Pecios hasta Focas

Mejores meses

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

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 1174km · ~270kg · €5

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Barn Hill year-round?

Yes, Barn Hill is diveable throughout the year. Check with local UK dive operators for seasonal weather and sea conditions before planning your trip.

What marine life has been recorded at Barn Hill?

Twelve species observations have been documented at the site. Review community videos and local dive shop records to see what creatures divers have encountered.

Is Barn Hill inside a Marine Protected Area?

No, Barn Hill is not within an MPA. Standard UK diving regulations apply. Always follow local guidelines and respect the site.

How do I learn about site conditions and access?

Contact regional UK dive operators and review the three available community videos to understand current conditions, access points, and what to expect underwater.

Operadores cerca de este spot

Centros de buceo, escuelas de kite y surf en un radio de 10 km, desde OpenStreetMap.

Ocean View Diving

3.7 km
Centro de buceo
Teléfono: +44 1903 767224
Horario: Mo-Su 09:00-17:00

HMS Ariadne (Wreck)

9.2 km
Centro de buceo

Recently spotted by divers

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

WRECK DIVING IN PORTLAND, ENGLAND 2018

Michael C. Barnette

Dusk Flight to the Barn Hill Shipwreck

Ivansmith6

Drone flight over the wreck of the SS Barnhill .

heffone1

Local knowledge

OpenStreetMap Notes
  • "This car park is not accessible at the moment. Seems to be a VolkerStevin construction site. East Car Park is open as usual."

    Paul Flo Williams · 2026-04-25
  • "on a ride-by, car wash seems to have gone, and new business units: Pret a Manger nearer the petrol station, and Burger King behind on the east edge of the site. No sign of Costa Cafe - unless the previous mapper meant a Costa vending machine, which is common in BP petrol stations"

    eteb3 · 2025-07-27
wind peaks Dec-Feb-Oct, calmest Jul-Aug-Jun, dry Jan-Dec.

Clima mensual de 5 años

60 muestras
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
rango p25–p75 Mediana Viento (nudos) Aire (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Apr (0/100) Now: Sep (100/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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