

Best for beginner divers, 1-18m, shore entry, mild current.
Cromhall Quarry is a freshwater site on the Dorset Coast featuring a variety of sunken attractions and artificial reefs. The quarry offers a maximum depth of 18 metres, which may fluctuate seasonally. Divers can access the water via a shallow beach entry or deep water pontoons. The site is well-suited for training, with visibility ranging from 4 to 50 metres and mild currents. On-site facilities include toilets, changing rooms, and air fills. Hazards include cold water, thermoclines, potential for silt out, and depth-related risks such as nitrogen narcosis and decompression. Divers should be aware of entanglement risks associated with the submerged structures.
51.62380, -2.42716
The site is large, making it easy to find a quiet spot in the water.
Located at Cromhall Quarry, Wotton Road, South Gloucestershire, GL12 8AA.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 18m
Visibility
4-50m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and is frequently used for open water training.
The maximum depth is approximately 18 metres, though this can vary slightly depending on the season.
Entry is via the shore, using either a shallow beach entry or deep water pontoons.
Divers should be prepared for cold water, thermoclines, low visibility, silt out, entanglement, and risks related to depth such as nitrogen narcosis and decompression.
The site provides toilets, changing rooms, and air fills for cylinders.
Cromhall Quarry in Cromhall typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cromhall Quarry in Cromhall typically ranges from 4 metres to 50 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.