United Kingdom

Forest Of Dean

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Forest of Dean is a land‑based area in western England best known for its forest landscapes and historic towns. It is not a coastal diving destination, but the nearby Severn River offers freshwater diving opportunities a short drive away, and the broader region around England’s coast provides access to the Bristol Channel and North Atlantic waters. For divers, Forest of Dean serves as a convenient inland base with limited local diving; most diving activities would be sought in other nearby towns or centers along the coast or in freshwater quarries and pits in the region.

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About United Kingdom

Sea
Celtic Sea, La Manche, North Sea, Irish Sea and...
Timezone
Europe/London
Languages
EN
Demonym
British
Phone prefix
+44

Practicalities

Currency
GBP
Plug type
Type G
Airports
LHR LGW LTN STN MAN

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Forest of Dean

Nearby Dive Sites (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Forest of Dean

The best time to dive in Forest of Dean

The best months to dive in Forest of Dean are from May to August. Temperatures are confortable (14-19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
3 °C 5 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
5 °C 5 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
7 °C 8 °C 9/10
04 - Apr.
11 °C 12 °C 8/10
05 - May
14 °C 17 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
17 °C 20 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 22 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
18 °C 21 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
14 °C 17 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
11 °C 14 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
9 °C 10 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
7 °C 7 °C 6/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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