We track 200 dive operators in United Kingdom. 122 teach certification courses (126 PADI, 38 SSI). 41 run snorkelling trips. 12 offer accommodation alongside diving. The biggest cluster is around Stockport, with 5. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 200. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Puffin Dive Centre | 4.8(55) | none | $102 | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 200 dive operators in United Kingdom, with the biggest cluster around Stockport. 122 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (126 centres), followed by SSI (38). BSAC, SDI/TDI, CMAS, RAID, NAUI, IANTD also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $25 to $210 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
12 operators in United Kingdom offer accommodation alongside diving.
41 of the 200 operators we track run snorkelling tours.
Operators are sorted by Fin Rank, a 100-point profile strength score: contact details, what they offer, the dive sites they run, their Google reputation, whether the owner has claimed the listing, and whether their own website links to Fin. 0 listings here are owner-verified. The formula is published in full on the Fin Rank page.
Puffin Dive Centre is a PADI 5 Star IDC Centre located in Oban, offering a full range of PADI courses, equipment rental, and air fills. They specialize in boat diving and are known for their excellent facilities and experienced instructors. The centre is open year-round.
Divebunker is a dive centre offering PADI courses, equipment sales and rental, and air fills. They also organize dive trips and have a retail shop. Located in Burntisland, they are open year-round.
Viewpoint Diving Cornwall is an SSI dive centre located on the Cornish Riviera coast at Pentewan. The operator provides a range of diving courses for children and adults, as well as guided dives and equipment services.
St Abbs Charters is a BSAC dive centre based in Eyemouth and St Abbs that offers scuba diving, snorkelling, and wildlife boat tours. They provide equipment hire, regulator servicing, and open water swimming coaching in the Berwickshire Marine Reserve.
Harlyn Dive School is a PADI 5 star centre based in Cornwall that offers scuba training at all levels from beginner to technical. The operator provides guided dives and boat charters to various wrecks and reefs along the North Cornwall coast. They welcome divers from all training agencies and abilities.
Porthkerris Divers is a PADI 5 Star IDC Centre located in Cornwall, UK, offering a range of diving services and courses. They are situated on the coast with access to a dive centre and accommodation.
Diveshack UK is a dive centre and retailer offering PADI courses, equipment sales, and servicing. They also provide guided dives and club activities.
St Abbs Diving operates the boat Pathfinder from St Abbs Harbour to provide dive charters and scenic tours. The vessel is a licensed Blyth Catamaran equipped with an onboard compressor and safety equipment.
Dive Beyond is a dive centre located in Castletown, Portland DT5 1BD, offering a range of diving services. They provide courses, equipment rental, and guided dives. The company focuses on providing high-quality diving experiences.
In Deep Dive Centre is a dive centre located at the Mountbatten Sailing & Watersports Centre in Plymouth, UK. They offer PADI courses and diving services.
| 2 | Divebunker | 4.8(30) | none | $95 | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Viewpoint Diving | 4.7(34) | none | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 4 | St Abbs Charters | 5.0(15) | none | none | BSAC · PADI · SDI/TDI | Visit |
| 5 | Harlyn Dive School - EBO | 5.0(9) | none | none | PADI · BSAC · CMAS | Visit |
| 6 | Porthkerris Divers | 4.8(106) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Diveshack UK | 4.7(24) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 8 | St Abbs Diving | 4.9(14) | none | none | PADI · BSAC | Visit |
