About Fell Divers BSAC 1858
We are a small and friendly club with members who age from age 12 years to those retired. We are based at Dunston Leisure Centre, Gateshead and in close proximity to many excellent local dive sites e.g. South Shields, St Mary’s, Beadnell Bay, Farne Islands, Eyemouth & St Abbs. We often have trips to other locations slightly further afield, Bass Rock, Isle of May, Sound of Mull, Scapa Flow, Malta and the Red Sea. Inland Sites are used when the weather closes in with trips to Capenwray, Hodge Close, Wastwater and even the more local sites of Ellerton and Caufields Quarries.
We offer all levels of scuba diving training and basic snorkeling courses to all ages and have scuba equipment which can be loaned to prospective club members to use while training.
The club also has a fully equipped six man RHIB which can be used by any club member who is a qualified boat handler. Oxygen administration equipment is available on each dive.
Our club enjoys annual camping and diving trips and we welcome and support all new members to actively get involved.
We offer all levels of scuba diving training and basic snorkeling courses to all ages and have scuba equipment which can be loaned to prospective club members to use while training.
The club also has a fully equipped six man RHIB which can be used by any club member who is a qualified boat handler. Oxygen administration equipment is available on each dive.
Our club enjoys annual camping and diving trips and we welcome and support all new members to actively get involved.
- Try Dives available for potential interested members at a cost of £10
- Try dive cost refunded if you subsequently become a member
- Active BSAC Diver Training Programme
- Club-organised British diving holidays
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Active social calendar
Our aim is to ensure that divers of all experiences and abilities are able to dive in confidence and in absolute safety, while enjoying the adventures that can be had along our beautiful British coastlines.
MEET THE CLUB!
Frank is an Advanced Diver and Open Water Instructor. Frank has been diving since 1994, when his wife booked him a try dive as his birthday present. Frank qualified as an Advanced Diver in 2000 and has been an instructor since 2002. Frank has logged over 1000 dives and has dived North Sea, Mediterranean, Canary Islands, Caribbean, Red Sea, Hawaii and Australia. Frank still enjoys every dive today as much as he did when he first started diving, even if his old bones do grumble every now and then.
Franks dream dive adventure would be Vanuatu, Truk Lagoon and Bikini Atoll.
Franks dream dive adventure would be Vanuatu, Truk Lagoon and Bikini Atoll.
Dave is a Dive Leader, Instructor, Twinset Instructor, Snorkel Instructor.
Dave is a Group HSE Manager for a Plant Hire Company. Dave has been diving since 2003. Dave also loves Motorcycles and rides as a volunteer for Northumbria Blood Bikes. Dave started Diving because he gave up smoking and still follows this hobby for the peace and tranquility whilst underwater and the friends he has made over the years.
Dave is a Group HSE Manager for a Plant Hire Company. Dave has been diving since 2003. Dave also loves Motorcycles and rides as a volunteer for Northumbria Blood Bikes. Dave started Diving because he gave up smoking and still follows this hobby for the peace and tranquility whilst underwater and the friends he has made over the years.
Dive Leader and Instructor. Steve started diving in 1987 after receiving inspiration after watching the Coustea films and enjoyed watching the divers in action and he wanted to be part of this style of adventure. Steve is a retired Police Sergeant. Steve finds he loves diving now more than ever as now his sons have come of age to start diving and now they are following in their dads footsteps and too have a passion for diving, so diving has become a family hobby that they all can enjoy together.
Graham is a Dive Leader and Instructor and has crossed over to BSAC from PADI.
Graham is a Company Accountant for a printing solutions company. Graham has been diving since 2012. Graham also enjoys golf, cycling and rock climbing. Graham started Diving because he bought a Try Dive for his dad and wanted to enjoy the experience with him. He still dives as he has found a passion for UK diving in the local area and is enjoying discovering what lies beneath.
Graham is a Company Accountant for a printing solutions company. Graham has been diving since 2012. Graham also enjoys golf, cycling and rock climbing. Graham started Diving because he bought a Try Dive for his dad and wanted to enjoy the experience with him. He still dives as he has found a passion for UK diving in the local area and is enjoying discovering what lies beneath.
Sharon is an Ocean Diver and Snorkel Instructor. Sharon has been diving since 2005. Sharon is a Training Manager for a Children’s Charity. Sharon started diving as a bet for £200 and subsequently spent the money on a new wardrobe. Sharon still dives as every dive is a new experience every time. Sharon also enjoys dog walking and volunteering as a coordinator for Northumbria Blood Bikes.
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Richard is an Advanced Diver and Diver Cox, he has been diving since 1995. Richard is a Technical Manager working in a R&D department supporting products for the Marine Industry.
Richards other hobbies consist of cycling, golf & travelling.
Richard took up diving as he was taking a holiday to Australi and wanted to dive the Great Barrier Reef (which is now one off his bucket list).
Richard joined the Fell Divers in 1996 and has never looked back. Richard was overwhelmed by the support and training offered by the club who helped him fulfil his ambition of diving the Great Barrier Reef. Since joining the club, he has discovered he enjoys diving in the UK for the adventure and challenges it offers.
Richards other hobbies consist of cycling, golf & travelling.
Richard took up diving as he was taking a holiday to Australi and wanted to dive the Great Barrier Reef (which is now one off his bucket list).
Richard joined the Fell Divers in 1996 and has never looked back. Richard was overwhelmed by the support and training offered by the club who helped him fulfil his ambition of diving the Great Barrier Reef. Since joining the club, he has discovered he enjoys diving in the UK for the adventure and challenges it offers.
Dave is an Ocean Diver and has crossed over to BSAC from PADI.
Dave is retired. Dave has been diving since 2012. Dave also loves fishing and playing darts. Dave started Diving because he received a Try Dive from his son and although he was introduced to diving late in life is thouroughly enjoying the experience of discovering something new.
Dave is retired. Dave has been diving since 2012. Dave also loves fishing and playing darts. Dave started Diving because he received a Try Dive from his son and although he was introduced to diving late in life is thouroughly enjoying the experience of discovering something new.
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