

Best for beginner divers, 6-19m, shore entry.
Vivian Quarry is a flooded slate quarry in North Wales offering a contained, current-free dive within an industrial setting. The site features submerged quarry walls and artificial reef structures, with depths ranging from 6 to 19 metres. Visibility typically varies between 5 and 10 metres. Due to the overhead environment created by the quarry walls and potential swim-throughs, buoyancy control is essential. The water remains cold throughout the year, making a dry suit, hood, and gloves recommended. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. On-site facilities include changing rooms, air fills, equipment rental, parking, and toilets, providing a convenient location for training and gear checks.
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Full facilities on site include air fills, equipment rental, and changing rooms, so it works well as a training and gear-check dive without needing to haul everything from home. Cold water is present regardless of season, so bring a hood and gloves even in summer.
Follow the A4086 past Llanberis, take the last left turn before the end of the lake into Padarn Country Park, then walk through the tunnel to the quarry.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-19m
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
The site has depths ranging from 6 to 19 metres, with an average depth of 19 metres.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners and is often used by newly certified divers to build confidence and practice buoyancy skills.
Entry to the water at Vivian Quarry is from the shore.
The water is significantly colder than sea water year-round, and visibility typically ranges from 5 to 10 metres.
Divers should be prepared for cold water, deep sections, entanglement risks, and an overhead environment. Avoid contact with the reef structure to prevent injury.
Diving at Vivian Quarry in Llanberis requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Vivian Quarry in Llanberis. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.