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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.
Evolution Not Revolution: Shearwater Perdix 3 Announced
Shearwater has announced its latest dive computer: the Perdix 3. Known for their rugged, technical focused, dive computers, Shearwater is clearly looking to build on the excellent reputation of its predecessor.
5 Annoying Things About Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is not all rainbows and whale sharks. After diving for long enough, the odd thing starts to grate. So here are 5 annoying things about Scuba Diving.
Review Suunto Nautic
The Suunto Nautic combines a class leading display, extensive diving and smart feature all for an extremely competitive price.
Review Dive Kit App
Dive Kit combines a powerful deco planner with handy dive calculators in one slick, user-friendly app, ideal for both recreational and technical divers.
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.
How to Pack for a Dive Trip
Learn how to pack dive gear efficiently, beat airline baggage limits, and travel light without sacrificing essential kit.
Understanding Gradient Factors
Gradient factors are a powerful tool. There’s lots of information online, and some of it is conflicting. So what are gradient factors, and how do they impact your decompression?
Review: The Shipwreck Decoder by Ashton East
Packed full of information and excellent diagrams The Shipwreck Decoder is a superb reference for every keen wreck diver.
All the Gear and No Idea: The Most Expensive Dive Kit
What’s the most expensive dive gear money can buy? To answer this question, I’ve pulled together the ultimate, money-is-no object dive setup
Forbidden Wreck: HMS Affray
In the second of the Forbidden Wreck series I look at the mysterious loss of HMS Affray – the last Royal Navy submarine lost at sea.
Review Garmin Descent X30
Does Garmin’s Descent X30 strike the perfect balance between price and performance? Read the full review of Garmin’s newest dive computer.
Top 5 Underwater Films
A whimsical oceanographer, tense U-Boat action, a daring cave rescue, deep sea sci-fi and hyper intelligent sharks. Dive into my top 5 underwater films.
Next-Gen Suunto Nautic Dive Computers Announced
Suunto has unveiled its next-gen range of dive computers at the 2025 DEMA Exhibition in Orlando, Florida. Enter the Suunto Nautic and Nautic S.
Mares Launches Dive App for Apple Watch Ultra
Mares has become the second major player to launch a dive computer app for the Apple Watch Ultra.
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.
Why 300 bar Cylinders Aren’t Popular with Divers
At first glance 300 bar cylinders look like an obvious solution to giving divers more time in the water. So the question is: why aren’t they popular?
5 Exciting Scuba Diving Trips for 2026
The UK diving season is coming to a close. So it’s the perfect time to look at your diving calendar for 2026 so I’ve pulled together 5 dive trip ideas to consider.
A New Contender? DYNAMICNORD Announces ADC-80 Dive Computer
A relative newcomer to the UK market, DYNAMICNORD has released its first dive computer: the ADC-80.
Forbidden Wreck: HMS Royal Oak
HMS Royal Oak sits in just 33m of water, well within recreational diving limits, but also out of reach. I investigate the story of this protected and unique wreck
New Budget Computer – Mares Sirius L Released
Mares has announced a new budget-friendly dive computer: the Sirius L. A pared-back version of Mares’ original Sirius computer, the Sirius L may just about be the cheapest watch dive computer on the market.
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.
Garmin Launches quatix 8 Nautical Smartwatch – Another Secret Dive Computer
Garmin’s busy cadence of smartwatch releases continues with the launch of the quatix 8. This nautically focused smartwatch is aimed at mariners but, interestingly, also includes dive computer functionality.
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.
Evolution Not Revolution: Shearwater Perdix 3 Announced
Shearwater has announced its latest dive computer: the Perdix 3. Known for their rugged, technical focused, dive computers, Shearwater is clearly looking to build on the excellent reputation of its predecessor.
5 Annoying Things About Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is not all rainbows and whale sharks. After diving for long enough, the odd thing starts to grate. So here are 5 annoying things about Scuba Diving.
Review Suunto Nautic
The Suunto Nautic combines a class leading display, extensive diving and smart feature all for an extremely competitive price.
Review Dive Kit App
Dive Kit combines a powerful deco planner with handy dive calculators in one slick, user-friendly app, ideal for both recreational and technical divers.
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.