Dive-site story
Located off Sandbanks in Poole Bay, this straightforward shore dive follows a submerged stormwater outfall structure across an otherwise barren sandy seabed. Concrete casing and exposed pipework provide an artificial reef habitat that concentrates local marine life. It is widely used by local clubs for training, night dives, and macro photography due to simple navigation along the line of the pipe.
Simple navigation tracking the exposed outfall structure out and back
Artificial reef habitat hosting dense concentrations of juvenile fish and invertebrates
Prime habitat for seasonal sightings of cuttlefish and mating spider crabs
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through early autumn offers warmer water, improved visibility, and the peak arrival of migrating marine species.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common cuttlefishSepia officinalis | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Spiny spider crabMaja squinado | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Ballan wrasseLabrus bergylta | Common | ||||||||||||
| European seabassDicentrarchus labrax | Common | ||||||||||||
| Undulate rayRaja undulata | Rare |
Marine forecast
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