Top Snorkeling and Scuba Diving in East Sussex

The top 3 dive and snorkel sites in East Sussex, ranked by diver reviews, with maps and photos. Read the East Sussex guide

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Oceana

No reviews yetUK, England, South East

This is the wreck of the P+O liner built in 1888. ALthough currents a minor, watch for tidal effects Oceana is also known as The O.

BeginnerMax depth 65.6 ftBoat entry
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Newhaven West Arm

No reviews yetUK, England, South East

Good access with beach car park or boat launch from Newhaven marina.

BeginnerMax depth 23 ftShore or Boat entry
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Clodmoor

No reviews yetUK, England, South East

Wreck of armed merchantman. She was 3753 tons and was carrying wheat before being torpedoed on 3 may 1917. She was 243ft long and had a beam of 47ft. The hull is relatively intact considering the age. She is broken in the middle, but the bow and stern can be seen. Stern has a large propeller. Sea bed is around 30m with wreck proud,stern is highest point at 24m. Nice wreck with good fish life. Wreck is dived from a boat and lies off Newhaven.

IntermediateMax depth 88.6 ftBoat entry
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Top dive shops in East Sussex

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Newhaven Scuba Centre
4.8 (35) · Newhaven
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Planet Divers
4.7 (13) · Eastbourne
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East Sussex diving guide

Ready to check out the best sites in East Sussex for scuba diving, snorkeling, shore diving, free diving or other ocean activities? Zentacle has 3 dive sites, snorkel spots, beaches, and more. Discover hand-curated maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.

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Are there dive shops in East Sussex?

Zentacle lists 2 dive shops in East Sussex. The top-rated are Newhaven Scuba Centre (4.8 from 35 reviews) and Planet Divers (4.7 from 13 reviews).