The seals are what the Farnes are all about and while I can’t guarantee a seal encounter at that time of the year it is highly likely. Add to that the wonderful marine life a great trip is pretty much a certainty. See this video by our very own Rob Mason for a taster of what it will be like. As usual we will be diving with Billy Shiel, his boats are well known and have toilets and a diver lift so no struggling to get back in the boat. We hope to book the whole boat so we will be able to ask for the sites we want subject as always to the weather and the skippers approval.
Apres dive? We are usually back in port by 1-2pm at the latest so there is plenty of time for other actives with your partner, family and friends. Seahouses itself is just a typical British seaside town but the area around Seahouses is absolutely beautiful, great walks on the beach, a castle to visit…. there is so much to do. On Saturday night we usually meet up for meal, more details to follow.
The good news is that with depths ranging from 5 to 20 metres the Farnes are suitable for all levels of diver from Ocean Diver upwards that have a few dives of experience. If you are newly qualified and don’t have 10 dives since qualifying and would like to join us, please see the training officer (oh heck, that’s me) to discuss getting some more experience.
The suit is the most important thing here, and it is true to say that the sea is not at it’s warmest at that time of year – 10/12c at best. So 7mm semi-dry and vest – just possible if you are hardy, dry suit – very highly recommended – again see me if you need drysuit training. The rest is standard scuba equipment however – and this is important – make sure your regs are cold water rated. In addition equipment that is matched to your level of training, compass, torch, line cutter dsmb & reel. BCD and regs can be hired from the club but there are limited number sets so get your request in early. There are two dives a day so you will need two cylinders, the most common size being 12l. Again they can be hired from the club but also in limited in numbers, so book early.
Here you are spoiled for choice, there is a plentiful supply of accommodation, hotels, B&B’s campsites for those wanting a DIY solution and even whole houses. booking.com & airbnb are a couple of good starting points, google is your friend here. Your accommodation must be booked and paid for separately from the diving by the participant. We have timed the trip not to coincide with school holidays and the inevitable price rises – However it usually best to book your accommodation early as prices tend to rise nearer the time. Most divers book Friday and Saturday night, it’s along drive on Saturday morning, though it has been done.
‘Ow much?
The price for the diving is this year is £70 per day so £140 for the weekend. Air fills are £8 per 12l cylinder which is paid in cash directly to Billy. Transport to Seahouses, accommodation and food are all separate and paid for by the participant.
So what are you you waiting for? A great trip awaits you. To secure your place Your place a deposit of £60 is required paid to the club treasurer by bank transfer, bank details as follows
Account name. Barnsley BSAC Divers
Sort code 08-92-99
Account Number 65617726
Use reference Your surname Farnes – Jul
If you have any further questions please mail me at dhookbsac@gmail.com or text me on 07827 500148
Dave
