

Best for intermediate divers, 6-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Bailif Wood is a freshwater site in Scotland West and Borders featuring a combination of reef and artificial reef structures. Divers can explore depths ranging from 6 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Access is via the shore, and the site is suitable for intermediate divers comfortable with cold water and overhead environments. Visibility typically ranges between 5 and 10 metres, though it can change rapidly. A mild current is present, and the site supports night diving. Facilities available at the location include parking, toilets, and showers. Due to the water temperatures, which range from 7 to 16 degrees Celsius, a drysuit is recommended.
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Visibility can drop quickly, so bring a torch even for daytime dives and stay close to your buddy near the overhead sections. Boat traffic is a known hazard, so deploy a surface marker buoy on every ascent.
Short walk from car park across road, then steps through woodland to a shingle shore. Entry is by a prominent rock next to a lakeside tree.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-40m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
7-16°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth range and the presence of overhead environments.
The site offers depths between 6 and 40 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Bailif Wood is a shore-access dive site.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, cold water, low visibility, and overhead environments.
The site is primarily used for diving, and the depth and overhead nature of the site make it less suitable for snorkelling.
Diving at Bailif Wood in Coniston requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Bailif Wood in Coniston. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 16°C.
Bailif Wood in Coniston typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Bailif Wood in Coniston typically ranges from 5 metres to 10 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.