Grid Ref:
SX 931 567
Type:
Shore
Depth:
Max. 10m
Difficulty:
Ideal for training, well protected by breakwater.
Description:
A great shore dive, straight forward entry from the beach. Diving from the beach along the outer wall of the breakwater reveals plenty of holes for crabs and the occasional lobster. Rest of site is a mix of rocks, pebbles and sand. Very good night dive.
Sea Life:
Sole, Scallops, Pipefish, Crabs etc.
Hazards:
Fishing often takes place from the breakwater and lines are a large hazard, not usually any currents
Conditions:
Can get blown out by N, NE, E winds
Air Fills:
Venture Sports:
- Address: 371 Torquay Rd., Paignton, TQ3 2BT
- Phone: 01803 523023
- Pumps: Air to 300 bar, Nitrox
Nautique:
- Address: South Quay, The Harbour, Paignton, TQ4 6DT
- Phone: 01803 523023
- Pumps: Air to 300 bar, Nitrox
Facilities:
Cafe, Parking, Slipway, Toilets.
Problems:
Very popular in summer time and parking can be expensive, likely to reach diver saturation during weekends around Easter. There is also no longer anywhere to fill cylinders in Brixham.