UK DIVING
A No-Nonsense Guide to Diving Scapa Flow
On paper it looks challenging but let’s have a look at the detail in a no-nonsense guide to diving Scapa Flow.
A No-Nonsense Guide to Diving Scapa Flow
On paper it looks challenging but let’s have a look at the detail in a no-nonsense guide to diving Scapa Flow.
Scapa Flow on Huskyan: The Best Dive Boat in the UK?
A true bucket list destination? I head to Scapa Flow on Huskyan to see if it deservers its stellar reputation.
Expanded UK Wreck Protection: Should Divers Be Worried?
The UK government is progressing legislation that will expand the protection given to military wrecks. Should divers be worried about greater restrictions?
Review: Go Diving Show 2026
The Go Diving Show is a mainstay on the UK diving calendar. I headed to the National Agricultural and Exhibition Centre (NAEC) to check out the latest instalment.
Why You Should Start Scuba Diving in the UK
From world-class wrecks to unforgettable wildlife encounters, here’s why UK diving deserves your attention.
Diving In Deep Plymouth
Discover why Plymouth deserves a spot on the UK’s top dive list — epic wrecks, vibrant marine life, and first-class service from In Deep Dive Centre.
Beginner’s Guide to Diving Swanage Pier
Enjoyed by trainees, underwater photographers and warm-water divers. Here’s a beginners guide to diving one of the best shore dives in the UK, Swanage Pier.
Tragedy at 1000ft: The Death of Peter Small
In 1962 two men attempted a perilous dive to 1000ft. The dive would end in tragedy, claiming the life of one of scuba diving’s true pioneers, Peter Small.
Review Go Diving Show 2025
The Go Diving Show is the only dive show left in town and the good news is it looks like it’s going from strength to strength.
How fit should you be to Scuba dive?
Physical fitness is a fundamental aspect of dive safety that isn’t talked about enough. So how fit should you be to scuba dive?
Heading North: Diving St Abbs
St Abbs has long been a marquee UK diving destination. I go north of the border to dive the UK’s first Voluntary Marine Reserve.
Joining the BSAC: 1 Year on
The BSAC is an institution of scuba diving in UK. The world of club diving has been a bit of a mystery to me. So what’s it like walking into a club and joining after already diving for 20 years?
DIVING: Portland
My first proper diving of the year. Things were bound to go wrong: bad visibility, a missed wreck, an uncooperative camera and spring weather made these dives purely for the log book.
Learning from Experience: BSAC Annual Incident Report
The UK diving season will soon be in full swing. Now is the perfect time to learn from the experience of others and review the BSAC’s Annual Incident Report.
Review: The Go Diving Show 2023
Dive shows are an excellent indicator of the overall state of the scuba diving industry. What can we learn from the recent Go Diving Show?
Scapa Flow on Huskyan: The Best Dive Boat in the UK?
A true bucket list destination? I head to Scapa Flow on Huskyan to see if it deservers its stellar reputation.
Expanded UK Wreck Protection: Should Divers Be Worried?
The UK government is progressing legislation that will expand the protection given to military wrecks. Should divers be worried about greater restrictions?
Review: Go Diving Show 2026
The Go Diving Show is a mainstay on the UK diving calendar. I headed to the National Agricultural and Exhibition Centre (NAEC) to check out the latest instalment.
Why You Should Start Scuba Diving in the UK
From world-class wrecks to unforgettable wildlife encounters, here’s why UK diving deserves your attention.
Diving In Deep Plymouth
Discover why Plymouth deserves a spot on the UK’s top dive list — epic wrecks, vibrant marine life, and first-class service from In Deep Dive Centre.
Beginner’s Guide to Diving Swanage Pier
Enjoyed by trainees, underwater photographers and warm-water divers. Here’s a beginners guide to diving one of the best shore dives in the UK, Swanage Pier.
Tragedy at 1000ft: The Death of Peter Small
In 1962 two men attempted a perilous dive to 1000ft. The dive would end in tragedy, claiming the life of one of scuba diving’s true pioneers, Peter Small.
Review Go Diving Show 2025
The Go Diving Show is the only dive show left in town and the good news is it looks like it’s going from strength to strength.
How fit should you be to Scuba dive?
Physical fitness is a fundamental aspect of dive safety that isn’t talked about enough. So how fit should you be to scuba dive?
Heading North: Diving St Abbs
St Abbs has long been a marquee UK diving destination. I go north of the border to dive the UK’s first Voluntary Marine Reserve.
Joining the BSAC: 1 Year on
The BSAC is an institution of scuba diving in UK. The world of club diving has been a bit of a mystery to me. So what’s it like walking into a club and joining after already diving for 20 years?
DIVING: Portland
My first proper diving of the year. Things were bound to go wrong: bad visibility, a missed wreck, an uncooperative camera and spring weather made these dives purely for the log book.
Learning from Experience: BSAC Annual Incident Report
The UK diving season will soon be in full swing. Now is the perfect time to learn from the experience of others and review the BSAC’s Annual Incident Report.
Review: The Go Diving Show 2023
Dive shows are an excellent indicator of the overall state of the scuba diving industry. What can we learn from the recent Go Diving Show?
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My name is Max Eaton and I’ve been diving and working in and around our oceans for more than 20 years. An underwater photographer and writer, I’ve been fortunate to be published in Diver magazine in the UK.