

Best for beginner divers, 12-18m, shore entry, moderate current.
Eyemouth is a shore-entry reef dive located within the St Abbs Marine Reserve. The site features a reef structure at depths between 12 and 18 metres, making it suitable for beginner divers. Divers can expect moderate currents and visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres. Marine life recorded at the site includes common sightings of grey seals, alongside less frequent observations of squat lobsters, orange-clubbed nudibranchs, brittle stars, sea stars, cod, rock crabs, and European green crabs. Snails are very common, particularly in June and July. Due to water temperatures between 7 and 14 degrees Celsius, a drysuit is strongly recommended for all dives.
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Water temperatures sit at the lower end of the range through winter and spring, so a drysuit is strongly advisable year-round rather than a wetsuit. Check locally for current facility availability before you travel, as provisions at the site can vary.
Boats depart from Eyemouth Harbour. Parking is available at the harbour with loading bays for kit.
Recorded at this site
Depth
12-18m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Boat required
Water Temp
7-14°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug
Divers frequently encounter grey seals. Other species recorded include squat lobsters, orange-clubbed nudibranchs, brittle stars, sea stars, cod, rock crabs, European green crabs, and snails.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with depths between 12 and 18 metres allowing for manageable dive times.
Eyemouth is a shore-entry dive, meaning no boat is required to reach the reef.
Visibility generally ranges from 5 to 10 metres, and currents are moderate. Water temperatures fluctuate between 7 and 14 degrees Celsius throughout the year.
Divers should remain alert for boat traffic during ascents. Additionally, exercise caution near any wreck structures to avoid sharp edges or entanglement.
Diving at Eyemouth in Eyemouth requires the following certifications: Experienced Certified Divers. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Eyemouth in Eyemouth. Water temperatures range from 7°C to 14°C.
The best months to visit Eyemouth in Eyemouth are June, July, and August. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Eyemouth in Eyemouth has depths ranging from 12 metres to 18 metres.