Sub-C-Divers

P.R.M Part 2 Practical 23rd June
2024-06-23
This is the second day of the course.This will be held at Holyhead Marina , with the rib.Lots of rescues and scenario’s…..Fantastic day…..This is a fantastic course and well worth the effort.

Practical Rescue Management THEORY.P.R.M
2024-06-22
Hi All.
Due to popular demand, we have managed to re schedule the PRM, Practical Rescue Management course.
This is split into 2 days.The first is as above 22nd June.This is the theory part.We have managed to secure a new venue at Carr Mill Dam for the theory,thanks in part to those nembers helping with diver rescue,seems to be working good for both parties The 23rd June( day after) will be held at Holyhead marina.The practical will include lots of Rescu
e scenario’s. It’s a fantastic 2 days.This course goes along way towards other things like Dive Leader etc.It really is a great skill and qual to have.
Because it is spread over 2 days,I have created 2 x events.Please ensure you book on both days.This will assist Chris and Mike and other instructors in their planning

Wilts Wreck SD level 16th June
2024-06-16
Hi all.This will be day 2 of the deeper SD wrecks.Exactly the same criteria as the previous days( see trip details for the 15th)

Wilts SD Wrecks 15th June
2024-06-15
Hi.Usually the correct format is to advertise a trip and first come first served.However,I’ve been asked to put on these dives 15th n 16th June,by a few individuals.So here you go, for those that asked for them .I have allocated you places,if you cannot then make it, your place will be advertised through normal channels and process.Nice to see all the club trips filling and full…as I say, this full before even advertised.

Plymouth Dive Trip 8th & 9th June 2024
2024-06-08 - 2024-06-09 | Indeep Dive Centre, Mount Batten Centre, 70 Lawrence Road,, Mount Batten, Plymouth, PL9 9SJ, United Kingdom
Dive Trip to Plymouth: Dive dates 8th & 9th of June 2024. travel on the Friday.
Qualification: Sports Diver and above
Cost: £245.00 Dive Weekend – Bed & Breakfast
Deposit: £100.00

Please note: Strictly no training on this dive event.

Included:

• Free on-site car parking
• Four dives from one of our two hard boats
• Four single cylinder air fills or upgrade to Nitrox 32% only £10.00/per day.
• Free Hot drinks & light lunch on-board
• Friday & Saturday night accommodation at the Mount Batten Watersports centre 20 m from the pontoon & dive centre with waterside views!
• Cooked or continental breakfast
• Two days full use of the Mount Batten Watersports facilities including hot showers, changing rooms, toilets, secure storage for personal items & of course the bar where you will receive 10% discount!

Mount Batten Centre,
70 Lawrence Road,
Mount Batten, Plymouth
PL9 9SJ

Ocean Diver training Sun 2nd June
2024-06-02
Ocean Diver training.At Capenwray. BUT ALL welcome….keep your skills up…learn some new…👌

Farne island Dive Trip 2024
2024-05-25 - 2024-05-26 | Sovereign Diving, Unit 3/Broad Road Ind Est/Broad Rd,, Seahouses, NE68 7UP, United Kingdom
Location: Farne Islands
When: 25th 26th May 2024.
With: Diving with Sovereign Divers, Seahouses, Northumberland.
Organiser: Chris Lleywellyn
Requirements: (Branch members first refusal) Branch membership needs to be up to date, BSAC membership needs to be up to date.
Qualification: Open to Ocean Diver and above. Ideal location for newly qualified divers. (No training on this trip)
Cost: £60 day, which includes 2 dives per day.
Kit info: You will require 2 cylinders.
Dive Site info: Chance to dive with the largest grey seal colony in the uk.£60 deposit to secure a place.
As this trip is over the bank holiday period in May 2024 you are advised to sort out your accommodation ASAP. People have previously booked on these trips and left accommodation to last minute and been disappointed.

Reef/Wreck With Wilt 19/5/24
2024-05-19
so, Hopefully they weather is kind…Nice n easy rib diving.Weather will dictate final location.But will be nice n easy Ocean Diver Level upwards.Come see what’s involved, in amazing surroundings.

Wrecked with Wilt 18/5/2024
2024-05-18
Earlyish in the season…so I’m looking to do something nice n easy.This will be Ocean diver level and above.Fantastic opportunity to dive from the rib…,drive it, get experience on ALL aspects of rib diving n driving.More details to follow.As ever, weather will dictate on the day

SUB C DIVERS Open Night
2024-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Howe Bridge Leisure Centre, Eckersley Fold Lane, Atherton, Manchester, M46 0PJ, United Kingdom
Sub C Divers warmly invite you to our upcoming open evening. Have you ever dreamt of exploring the depths of SCUBA diving? Join us at Howe Bridge Leisure Centre on May 15th at 7pm for an evening filled with excitement. Our event will feature presentations from a diverse array of members, including those who began their journey with us at a young age and are now internationally certified. Discover the intricacies of SCUBA equipment, delve into first aid and resuscitation techniques, and avail yourself of complimentary resources covering all aspects of SCUBA diving. Engage in discussions about diving abroad and encountering sharks firsthand.
Our SCUBA members hail from various professional backgrounds, ranging from marine biology to HM Coast Guard and firefighting, even including educators. Explore the myriad career opportunities associated with diving, all at no cost to you.
Cost: Free
Open to everyone.

Ocean Diver and Discovery Diver open water training day 5th May
2024-05-05 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom
We are holding an Ocean Diver open water training session.
Location: Capernwray Dive Centre. (Jackdaw Quarry)
Requirements:
You will need to have completed a Medical form and handed it to our Branch Diving Officer. If you have not filed a medical it will result in your instructor not allowing you to dive on the day.
You will need a Current BSAC membership.
You will also need to join the Capernwray dive centre. There is now a fee of £30 fee for a 2-year membership, you will need to register online and choose the 2-year diving option, In addition to this, Capernwray will charge £16.00 each time you visit, (Prepay coming soon) this fee can be paid cask at the gate and pays for parking, and the use of facilities (W.C, showers, café facilities, and use of the actual quarry). you can bring a packed lunch and drinks. Air fills are also available for £5.00 per fill.
You will need your regular SCUBA gear and if you do not own a DRY SUIT, you will either need to purchase or borrow one or you can hire them from either Capernwray Dive Centre or Bolton Area Divers. You will also need to Consider borrowing / Hiring a Hood, some gloves & Sea Fins. We suggest you speak to members of the club or the Equipment Officer but you will need to telephone either of these places below no less than 1 week before making arrangements to hire your Drysuit.
Bolton Area Divers 01204 394441 www.boltonareadivers.co.uk (BAD will also ask for an authorising email from the branch DO before they will allow you to Hire a Drysuit)
or
Capernwray 01524 735132 www.dive-site.co.uk If you are hiring from Caperwray we suggest you arrive at opening time or sooner to speed up the process of collecting your membership card, then your dry suit, and the extra weight you will need (although we normally have spare weights)
It is paramount that you book this event via the club website so that we know who is attending.
Only when you have booked this event on the branch website can we allocate an instructor to you.
Members of the current Training group will be given priority.

Rib dive 4th May
2024-05-04
This will be a rib dive departing Holyhead Marina 07:30 hrs prompt.To dive Norman Court or Abbotsford wrecks.This is Ocean diver level.

Diving Cyprus 2024
2024-04-26 08:00 - 2024-05-04 17:00 | Cyprus Dive Trip
Cyprus Diving Trip
8 Nights inc Bed and Breakfast
£433.00 (£75.00 deposit required before 20th April 2023) monthly payments can be made for the remaining balance
Plus any additional cost for Diving.
Requirements:
Full member of Sub C Divers (or friend / family of member attending)
Full BSAC current membership
Filed completed BSAC Medical.
One wreck of interest – The Zenobia Wreck is one of the top ten wreck dives in The World, as voted by divers each year. She sank on 7th June 1980, and rests on her port side between 19m and 42m. MS Zenobia was a Swedish built Challenger-class RO-RO ferry 172m long, and sank with over 100 vehicles and lorries.If you’re interested in going please RSVP and speak to Michelle.

Sports Diver & Dive Leader open water training day.
2024-04-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom
We are organising a Sports Diver open water training session at the Capernwray Dive Centre, also known as Jackdaw Quarry.
To participate, you must have completed a medical form and submitted it to our Branch Diving Officer before the event. If you fail to submit the form, your instructor will not allow you to dive on the day.
You are required to have a current BSAC membership to take part in the training session. Additionally, you must also join the Capernwray dive centre by registering online and choosing the 2-year diving option. This requires a fee of £30 for membership, which will cover the cost of parking and the use of facilities such as W.C., showers, and café facilities. Capernwray will charge you £16.00 each time you visit beyond this fee. Air fills are also available for £5.00 per fill.
Please bring your Cylinder & BCD SCUBA gear, and if you do not own a dry suit, you will either need to purchase or borrow one. Alternatively, you can hire from either Capernwray Dive Centre or Bolton Area Divers. You may also need to consider borrowing/hiring a hood, some gloves and sea fins. We suggest you speak to members of the club or the Equipment Officer to make arrangements to hire your drysuit. Please call either of these places below no less than a week prior to the event.
Bolton Area Divers 01204 394441 www.boltonareadivers.co.uk (BAD requires an authorizing email from the branch DO before you can hire a drysuit)
Or
Capernwray 01524 735132 www.dive-site.co.uk (If hiring from Capernwray, we suggest you arrive at opening time or sooner to speed up the process of collecting your membership card, dry suit, and any extra weights you may need.)
It is essential that you book your place on the event via the club website to ensure we know who is attending. Only when you have booked, can we allocate an instructor to you. Priority will be given to those students on the current Ocean Diver Course.

Liverpool Docks( Dukes Dock)14th April
2024-04-14
we have an invite to dive at Dukes Dock,Liverpool Docks this coming Sunday 14th April.Normally it requires a license but we are special guests.Open to qualified Ocean Divers and above.Please liaise with event organiser for more details.Meeting time prior to 09:00.(See Chris H)

Easter Egg hunt Good Friday
2024-03-29 09:00 - 17:00 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom
GOOD FRIDAY EASTER EGG HUNT – 29TH March2024
We will be running the Egg Hunt as per our Sub C Divers tradition on Good Friday! We have missed a couple of years due to Covid – but we are back! We also welcome our friends from Bury club too!
The day starts when Capernwray opens at 10 am – we will be doing the underwater egg hunt, depths suitable for all qualified divers, and we also have an above water egg hunt and games for the children. Non-divers and family are very welcome.
Standard Capernray entry price for Divers apply.
Non divers are free to enter Capernwray.
As usual we will have soup, hot dogs, hot pot (veggie option available), apple pie and hot drinks – all included for the price of £6 for adults and £2.50 for children (aged 13 – 18, younger children are free)
There will be prizes for egg hunt winners and bonus eggs for all, also a raffle too – donations of any unwanted Christmas gifts will be great – we will find them a lovely new home!!!
I hope you will all support the day, if you do not already have Easter bank holiday plans, we are usually lucky with the weather – we have previously had some lovely sunny Spring days …. so fingers crossed xxx
Please sign up with total numbers (including reduced price children) for the event on the website – I will be looking to collect money at the beginning of March, so I can confirm numbers and pay up front for the food and shopping.

chairmans Ball 2024
2024-03-23 07:00 - 2024-03-24 01:00 | Mecure Hotel, Penny Lane, Haydock, WA11 9SG, United Kingdom
****** Chairmans Ball *****
On the 23rd March 2024 we celebrate the year by awarding all our students and other deserving members of the team.
This is held at the Mercure Hotel, Haydock.
This years theme is Bond… yes James Bond….
Full 3 course dinner, celebrations, awards and disco..
The event organisers (Michelle, Ann and Julie) will be reaching out for deposits and names. You can also book a room at the hotel and the organisers will have a code for you to use which will give you discount.
Its a really great evening… Prices will be shared and updated shortly.

Sports Diver and Dive Leader open water Training day
2024-02-18 09:00 - 16:00, 2023-11-19 09:00 - 16:30 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom
We are holding an Sports Diver open water training session.
Location: Capernwray Dive Centre. (Jackdaw Quarry)
Requirements:
You will need to have completed a Medical form and handed it to our Branch Diving Officer. If you have not filed a medical it will result in your instructor not allowing you to dive on the day.
You will need Current BSAC membership.
You will also need to join the Capernwray dive centre. There is now a fee of £30 fee for a 2-year membership, you will need to register online and choose the 2-year diving option, beyond this Capernwray will charge £15.00 each time you visit, this fee pays for parking, and the use of facilities (W.C, showers, cafe facilities, and use of the actual quarry). you can bring a packed lunch and drinks. Air fills are also available for £5.00 per fill.
You will need your regular SCUBA gear and if you do not own a DRY SUIT, you will either need to purchase or borrow one or you can hire them from either Capernwray Dive Centre or Bolton Area Divers. You will also need to Consider borrowing / Hiring a Hood, some gloves & Sea Fins.
We suggest you speak to members of the club or the Equipment Officer but you will need to telephone either of these places below no less than a week prior to make arrangements to hire your Drysuit.
Bolton Area Divers 01204 394441 www.boltonareadivers.co.uk (BAD will also ask for an authorising email from the branch DO before they will allow you to Hire a Drysuit)
or
Capernwray 01524 735132 www.dive-site.co.uk If you are hiring from Caperwray we suggest you arrive at opening time or sooner to speed up the process of collecting your membership card, then your dry suit, and the extra weight you will need (although we normally have spare weights)

Horse Racing Night Part Deux
2024-02-16 19:30 - 23:00 | Atherton & Tyldesley Botanical Gardens, 232 Tyldesley Road, Atherton, Manchester, M46 9AE, United Kingdom
The Sub C Divers Events team are delighted to present Horse racing night part Deux.
Date: 16th February 2024
Location: Botanical Gardens Tyldesley.
Time: 7:00pm start
£5.00 per person entry into the night includes Race card and Food.
£10.00 sterling will purchase max $20 to use over the races. the person left with the most monies at the end of the evening wins a cash prize.
This is a branch fund raising event to assist and support us financially on other events. It’s a great night with plenty of fun and laughter. friends and family welcome.
Please RSVP via the website with your number of attendees so we know how many to cater food for.

Trip to Stoney Cove
2024-02-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Stoney Cove, Sapcote Road, Stoney, Stanton,, Leicester,, LE9 4DW
Stoney Cove Website: Home – Dive & Swim Stoney Cove
Qualification Requirements: Sports Diver upwards
Stoney Cove has three areas for diving at 7m, 22m and 36m, it is therefore an excellent location for those wanting to progress depth in their Sports Diver qualification. Many go to dive the Hydrobox, which takes you to the 36m limit, however the 22m shelf also has some good dives including the Stanegarth, an old tug boat built in 1910, and the largest shipwreck in any of the inland dive sites.
The upper cark park is close to the water where there is a small slipway for shore entry, and a long walkway for stride entry. There are changing facilities near the water and Nemos Café, which provides hot food and drinks, (if you want a shower, bring 20p pieces). There is also a shop with cylinder fills, kit hire and kit servicing available.
This video takes in a few of the main features: https://youtu.be/DU5VngaveCM?feature=shared
The Hydrobox: https://youtu.be/g-zrAuYnykg?feature=shared
Date: February 10th 2024
Time: Gates open at 0830 (I’m not sure what the queues are like in Feb but it’s a good idea to arrive 15 minutes early to get a good spot in the car park).
Location: Stoney Cove, Sapcote Road, Stoney Stanton, Leicester, LE9 4DW
Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/N6jvFPTLCMAjwTbC6
Cost: £27
You have to register with them to book, use the link below to register an account. (You don’t have to buy a DiverLog pass, I’d only buy this if you intend to visit Stoney a few times in the year). Register An Account – Dive & Swim Stoney Cove
For FAQs about Stoney Cove, use the following link: Everything You Need to Know About Diving at Stoney Cove – Dive & Swim Stoney Cove

Ocean Diver and Discovery Diver open water training day
2024-02-04 09:00 - 16:00 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom
We are holding an Ocean Diver open water training session.
Location: Capernwray Dive Centre. (Jackdaw Quarry)
Requirements:
You will need to have completed a Medical form and handed it to our Branch Diving Officer. If you have not filed a medical it will result in your instructor not allowing you to dive on the day.
You will need Current BSAC membership.
You will also need to join the Capernwray dive centre. There is now a fee of £30 fee for a 2-year membership, you will need to register online and choose the 2-year diving option, beyond this Capernwray will charge £15.00 each time you visit, this fee pays for parking, and the use of facilities (W.C, showers, cafe facilities, and use of the actual quarry). you can bring a packed lunch and drinks. Air fills are also available for £5.00 per fill.
You will need your regular SCUBA gear and if you do not own a DRY SUIT, you will either need to purchase or borrow one or you can hire them from either Capernwray Dive Centre or Bolton Area Divers. You will also need to Consider borrowing / Hiring a Hood, some gloves & Sea Fins. We suggest you speak to members of the club or the Equipment Officer but you will need to telephone either of these places below no less than a week prior to make arrangements to hire your Drysuit.
Bolton Area Divers 01204 394441 www.boltonareadivers.co.uk (BAD will also ask for an authorising email from the branch DO before they will allow you to Hire a Drysuit)
or
Capernwray 01524 735132 www.dive-site.co.uk If you are hiring from Caperwray we suggest you arrive at opening time or sooner to speed up the process of collecting your membership card, then your dry suit, and the extra weight you will need (although we normally have spare weights)
It is paramount that you book this event via the club website so that we know who is attending.
Only when you have booked this event on the branch website can we allocate an instructor to you.

Sports Diver & Dive leader open water training day
2024-01-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom

Sports Diver Dive leader open water trainung day
2023-12-17 09:00 - 16:00 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom

Capenwray tuesday 14th Nov
2023-11-14 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom
just a fun / experience dive at Capenwray next Tuesday…..( theory is it will be quiet and clear….)….( did I say cold too?….😁)

CAPENWRAY NIGHT DIVE🔦🔦🔦 1st November
2023-11-01 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom
Every year, Capenwray hold a late night Night dive. The club attend this, it’s great fun, followed by fireworks.
Normal is for people to get there when they can, some for one dive, some do two usually a great day and evening.
Usual facilities provided by Capenwray, so still good for family.
To experience a night dive is also really good, and gets you a tick in the book too.
Usual entrance fees apply for divers, but family members can attend for free to watch the fireworks.
BSAC Membership and Branch membership need to be unto date.
Great opportunity for anyone looking for asst / dive Management qualifications for Sports diver / Dive leader.

Sports Diver & Dive Leader open water training day.
2023-10-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Capernwray, Jackdaw Quarry, Capernwray Rd,, Carnforth, LA6 1AD, United Kingdom
We are holding an Sports Diver open water training session.
Location: Capernwray Dive Centre. (Jackdaw Quarry)
Requirements:
You will need to have completed a Medical form and handed it to our Branch Diving Officer. If you have not filed a medical it will result in your instructor not allowing you to dive on the day.
You will need Current BSAC membership.
You will also need to join the Capernwray dive centre. There is now a fee of £30 fee for a 2-year membership, you will need to register online and choose the 2-year diving option, beyond this Capernwray will charge £15.00 each time you visit, this fee pays for parking, and the use of facilities (W.C, showers, cafe facilities, and use of the actual quarry). you can bring a packed lunch and drinks. Air fills are also available for £5.00 per fill.
You will need your regular SCUBA gear and if you do not own a DRY SUIT, you will either need to purchase or borrow one or you can hire them from either Capernwray Dive Centre or Bolton Area Divers. You will also need to Consider borrowing / Hiring a Hood, some gloves & Sea Fins. We suggest you speak to members of the club or the Equipment Officer but you will need to telephone either of these places below no less than a week prior to make arrangements to hire your Drysuit.
Bolton Area Divers 01204 394441 www.boltonareadivers.co.uk (BAD will also ask for an authorising email from the branch DO before they will allow you to Hire a Drysuit)
or
Capernwray 01524 735132 www.dive-site.co.uk If you are hiring from Caperwray we suggest you arrive at opening time or sooner to speed up the process of collecting your membership card, then your dry suit, and the extra weight you will need (although we normally have spare weights)
It is paramount that you book this event via the club website so that we know who is attending.
Only when you have booked this event on the branch website can we allocate an instructor to you.

Stoney Cove 8th October 23
2023-10-08
Hi All.
The weather for the up coming rib dives is still very bad.With winds pushing Force 7,8 and 9.So ,I’m cancelling that trip….However,I am putting on the above,Stoney Cove.Ive not been for a while and thought it would be good to re visit.
Details as follows…it has a max depth of 35M, and I have been asked to do some depth progression.There are lots of things to dive there,it’s a great place.
To go, you MUST log onto Stoney cove site and create a diver log account.Then that will let you book a date that you want to dive.Cost is £27 or there is a scheme by paying a 2 year membership ,then it is £20..Travel time is approx 2 hrs.We will need to see who books on before confirming who is doing what.The dive attractions are great,along with facilities there.I can recommend diving the bus and the Stangarth.You will see, these are listed at 22M,infact they all stand proud of the floor, so infact shallower..
If you’d like to go, create your diver log account at Stoney,BUT DO NOT PAY ….YET……Then book onto our club event…..we will discuss or sort out who is going then before paying on….( I just want to make sure there is enough qualification/ experienced divers there).Suitable for sport diver onwards…NB…As I say only with sufficient experienced diver/ buddies

Wilts wreck weekend 8th October part 2
2023-10-08
As mentioned for the day before, great Neaps.tides… I’m hoping to dive another of our favourite wrecks on the Sunday 8th October.The Cartagena, another stunning wreck, that stands upright and intact on the seabed at a depth of 37m.Top of wreck is around 27m, so again Experienced Sport diver level.Beautiful wreck, covered in life.Costs, £10 boat club fees, plus share of fuel and launch fees if required.
Full upto date branch membership, unto date BSAC membership and filed Medical.

(inset pic me, Hanging off the side and a view of the prop) Beautiful.

Wilt wreck weekend Sat 7th October
2023-10-07
This looks to be just about the best NEAPS tide of the year…I’ve booked the RIB for Sat 7th and Sun 8th October. 2 events. As the tides are great I’m hoping to do our favourite wrecks. Saturday 7th will be The Kincorth. It’s an old fishing trawler….covered in life depth 25m to 30m to seabed. Broken up, but still good structure and beautiful.Experienced Sport Divers level. Costs, Boat fee is £10.00 per day, plus share of fuel or launch fees.
( Featured image is Ian (Wilt) looking through the anemone covered net hoop)

Full upto date branch membership, unto date BSAC membership and filed Medical.
