We track 41 dive operators in Wales. 13 teach certification courses (14 PADI, 6 SSI). 7 run snorkelling trips. 2 offer accommodation alongside diving. Listings are ordered by Fin Rank: a published score for how complete and verified each listing is.
The 8 highest-ranked of 41. How Fin Rank works
| Rank | Operator | TripAdvisor | Try dive | Agencies | Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Easy Divers | 4.8(22) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
Which centres run each site, named on their own websites or confirmed by the owner.
Fin lists 41 dive operators in Wales. 13 of them run certification courses.
PADI is the most common agency (14 centres), followed by SSI (6). RAID, CMAS, BSAC, NAUI, SDI/TDI also appear.
Published try-dive prices we hold range from $25 to $76 USD. Treat these as a guide and confirm with the centre before booking.
2 operators in Wales offer accommodation alongside diving.
7 of the 41 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.
Easy Divers is a dive center located in Ilfracombe, UK, offering a variety of diving courses and services. They provide equipment rental, guided dives, and air fills. The center aims to make diving accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Southsea Scuba is a PADI 5 Star Dive Centre located in Wrexham, Wales, offering a full range of PADI courses, equipment sales, and servicing. They also provide guided dives and equipment rental.
Scuba Blue is a dive center based in Creech Saint Michael, Taunton, UK. They offer a variety of PADI courses, equipment rental, and guided dives. The center is dedicated to providing quality dive training and experiences in a safe and friendly environment.
Ocean Quest Scuba Diving is a PADI and SSI dive center based in South Wales, offering a range of courses from beginner to instructor level. They have been operating since 1998 and are known for their award-winning training and personalized service. They also organize diving trips worldwide.
Purple Turtle Diving is a dive centre located in Radstock, England. They offer a range of diving courses and services, including PADI certifications. The centre is situated near Welton Primary School and is accessible by car.
Divexplore is a dive school located in Bridgend, Wales, with a perfect customer rating. It operates seven days a week with extended hours. The business has a restroom, but it is not wheelchair accessible.
Aquav Scuba Diving School is a school located in Liverpool, England, with a perfect 5-star rating from 19 reviews. They are open seven days a week with extended hours.
The Lake, also known as Cromhall Quarry, is a sports activity location in Charfield, England. It has a high rating of 4.8 stars from 165 reviews and is open on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The website provided is for Cromhall Quarry.
Bristol Channel Diving Services is a dive shop located in Cardiff, Wales, operating from Unit 3, The Timber Yard. They are open Monday to Saturday and have a 4.7-star rating from 85 reviews.
Above and Below operates 5 Star PADI IDC diving centres in Hull and Pontefract. They provide diver training from beginner to Master Instructor level and have access to a 32 acre open water site called Blue Lagoon. The company also offers equipment sales and in-house servicing for various types of scuba gear.
| 2 | Southsea Scuba | 4.7(24) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 3 | Scuba Blue | 4.9(19) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 4 | Ocean Quest Scuba Diving | 5.0(6) | none | none | PADI · SSI | Visit |
| 5 | Purple Turtle Diving | 4.8(17) | none | none | PADI | Visit |
| 6 | Divexplore | 5.0(31) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 7 | Aquav Scuba Diving School | 5.0(19) | none | none | none | Visit |
| 8 | The Lake | 4.8(165) | none | none | none | none |
