We track 25 dive operators in North-East England. 8 teach certification courses (10 PADI, 1 RAID). Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 25. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Discovery dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunderland Scuba Centre | 4.5(35) | 4.2 | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 25 dive operators in North-East England. 8 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (10 centres), followed by RAID (1). SSI, BSAC also appear.
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.
Sunderland Scuba Centre is a dive shop located in Sunderland, offering scuba diving equipment and services. They are situated in Atkinsons Buildings.
Sovereign Diving is a dive centre located in Seahouses, UK, offering a range of diving services and courses. They are known for their expertise in local diving conditions and provide equipment rental and guided trips. The centre is situated near popular dive sites.
Aquanorth Diving Centre is a dive center located in South Shields, operating from Unit 10, St Hilda's Ind Park. They offer diving services and training.
The Diving Centre Ltd is a dive shop located in East Boldon, operating from the Cleadon Lane Industrial Estate. They provide diving equipment and services.
The Honest Diver Supply Co is a dive center located in Blyth, operating from The Fifth Point Diving Centre. They offer diving equipment and services.
Divecor Adventures. CIC is a dive operation based at Elswick Pool in Newcastle upon Tyne. They offer diving activities and training.
Scuba Diver Training Ltd is a dive center located in Chester-le-Street, offering scuba diving training and related services. They are situated in South Pelaw.
Dive RAID UK Ltd is a dive center located in Great Lumley, Durham. They offer various diving services and are affiliated with RAID as a training facility.
Pirates Dive Club is a dive club located in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. They are situated on Broadway West.
Northumbria Scuba Divers is a club based in Northumberland that offers training and diving opportunities for all experience levels. The club organizes regular shore and boat dives along the North East coast as well as international liveaboard trips. Members meet weekly at a local swimming pool to practice skills and share experiences.
| 2 | Sovereign Diving | 4.2(22) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Aquanorth Diving Centre | 4.9(32) | 4.6 | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | The Diving Centre Ltd | 4.8(195) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 5 | The Honest Diver Supply Co | 5.0(41) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Divecor Adventures. CIC | 4.9(29) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 7 | Scuba Diver Training | 5.0(11) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 8 | Dive RAID UK | 5.0(4) | none | none | RAID | Visit |