Babbacombe Beach
Accessible UK shore dive with abundant macro marine life.
Shore Access
7m Avg Depth
12m Max Depth
About this dive site
This dive site, Babbacombe Beach, offers an enjoyable diving experience for divers of all skill levels. It’s a fantastic location known for its abundant marine life. Diving is possible regardless of the tide state, and there are no currents present. This makes it accessible to both beginner and experienced divers alike.
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Plan Your Visit
shore divemacro photographybeginner friendlycold waternudibrancheel
Marine Life
PipefishNudibranchLobstersCuttlefishSpider crabConger EelCrabs - harbour, edible, velvet swimmingTompot BlennyJewel AnemoneSnakelocks Anemone
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depth, easy shore access, and no currents make it suitable for everyone.
Hazards:
boat trafficcold water
Current Strength:
Mild
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