Horsea Island Suggest edit

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

20Max dive depth

20.0 mSite max depth

5.0–15.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

40 minAvg dive time

May to SeptemberBest months

15.0–20.0 °CWater (summer)

7.0–12.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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Horsea Island is a small island located in the Solent, near Portsmouth, England. It is known for its diverse marine life and various underwater features, making it a popular dive site for both beginners and experienced divers.

Diving around Horsea Island offers opportunities to explore rocky reefs, artificial structures, and a variety of marine species. The site features a mix of shallow areas and deeper sections, providing a range of diving experiences.

Conditions

Visibility: 5.0–15.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 15.0–20.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 7.0–12.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Shore Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand rock artificial reef Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Good lighting conditions in summer, focus on marine life and underwater structures.

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