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30/06/20

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First Day Vobster opened it's doors to divers again yesterday, we missed you, it was good to be back. We went up for the late afternoon/evening session to see how things were running up there, very quiet which was nice to work it all out, I think most divers were there for the early session. They have everything well organised, from the new online booking system (two daily sessions), limited onsite numbers, one way system around the shop/sign in area all clearly marked out and the car parking /schools areas all have their own kit up benches next to them - great work guys:) Nice to be messing about on sidemount again, bit rusty and in need of some tweaking for sure. The platforms have certainly been busy whilst we've been away, totally covered as you can see:)) #DiveSouth #VobsterQuay Vobster Quay Inland Diving Centre ... See MoreSee Less

First Day Vobster opened its doors to divers again yesterday, we missed you, it was good to be back. We went up for the late afternoon/evening session to see how things were running up there, very quiet which was nice to work it all out, I think most divers were there for the early session. They have everything well organised, from the new online booking system (two daily sessions), limited onsite numbers, one way system around the shop/sign in area all clearly marked out and the car parking /schools areas all have their own kit up benches next to them - great work guys:) Nice to be messing about on sidemount again, bit rusty and in need of some tweaking for sure. The platforms have certainly been busy whilst weve been away, totally covered as you can see:)) #DiveSouth #VobsterQuay Vobster Quay Inland Diving CentreImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
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Is that you new black van guys?

Lovely photos Lisa 💙

Well done guys - lovely to see you back in the water again 🙌🙌

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28/06/20

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28/06/20

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Dive South

28/06/20

Dive South

Swanage Pier dive Last night 2-3m vis 16 degrees, lovely dive spotting all the colourful tiny marine life #DiveSouth @divesouth #ScubadivingUK #LovedivingUK #Chesil #LearnToScuba #DiveRaid #Padi #Nauticam #Lisafrewphotography #undewaterphotography ... See MoreSee Less

Swanage Pier dive Last night 2-3m vis 16 degrees, lovely dive spotting all the colourful tiny marine life #DiveSouth @divesouth #ScubadivingUK #LovedivingUK #Chesil #LearnToScuba #DiveRaid #Padi #Nauticam #Lisafrewphotography #undewaterphotographyImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
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Dive South

28/06/20

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Chesil dive 24-6-20, really lovely dive 3-4m vis, lots of lobsters about, Cuttlefish, Baby conger, Nudi's, Dogfish and Wrasse ... #DiveSouth @divesouth #ScubadivingUK #LovedivingUK #Chesil #LearnToScuba #DiveRaid #Padi #Nauticam #Lisafrewphotography #undewaterphotography ... See MoreSee Less

Chesil dive 24-6-20, really lovely dive 3-4m vis, lots of lobsters about, Cuttlefish, Baby conger, Nudis, Dogfish and Wrasse ... #DiveSouth @divesouth #ScubadivingUK #LovedivingUK #Chesil #LearnToScuba #DiveRaid #Padi #Nauticam #Lisafrewphotography #undewaterphotographyImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
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Dive South

26/06/20

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We just love nudibranchs, they are just so colourful... ... See MoreSee Less

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Dive South

24/06/20

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More crowded than usual, but looking good!
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Dive South

24/06/20

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Chesil late afternoon. Not quiet but not bad!
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Dive South

22/06/20

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21/06/20

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21/06/20

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Enjoyed Swanage Pier Friday evening so much, decided to head back there today (Saturday) afternoon for a dive. I was mostly in search for the anenome shrimps, and found quite a few:) #DiveSouth #LoveUKdiving #ScubadivingUK #Scubadivingdorset #SwanagePier #AnenomeShrimp #LearnToScuba #Underwaterphotography #LisaFrewPhotography ... See MoreSee Less

Enjoyed Swanage Pier Friday evening so much, decided to head back there today (Saturday) afternoon for a dive. I was mostly in search for the anenome shrimps, and found quite a few:) #DiveSouth #LoveUKdiving #ScubadivingUK #Scubadivingdorset #SwanagePier #AnenomeShrimp #LearnToScuba #Underwaterphotography #LisaFrewPhotographyImage attachmentImage attachment+Image attachment
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Dive South

18/06/20

Dive South

Prepare yourself for a scuba diving revelation! Surround by sea, the United Kingdom and Ireland offer fantastic diving opportunities for all levels of diver. Summer 2020 is the perfect time for your local diving adventure.

Join PADI experts, Rich Somerset and Mark Spiers, and special guests Miranda Krestovnikoff and Lizz Webb to discover everything you need to know about diving in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Register via the link below and see why Summer 2020 is the perfect time for your UK diving adventure.
June 18th, 8pm.

Register now: http://padi.co/t4wlm

#scubadiving #scuba #uk #ukdiver #diver #ukdiving #underwaterworld #drysuit #drysuitdiving #seals #farnes #sealife #ocean #adventure #explore #lovewhereyoulive #livetoexplore ... See MoreSee Less

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18/06/20

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Dive South

12/06/20

Dive South

Great news from the Vobster team...Dear divers, thanks for your patience!

A historic moment is almost upon us. Vobster Quay will re open for members pre booked diving on 29th June!

There are a couple of vitally important things to know about this!

First, every member needs to accept our new terms and conditions. We will have a new web based app for you to all do this next week. We won't be processing these before the app. You cannot do this by visiting for diving.

After accepting the new Ts and Cs, every member can book diving slots from 8am to 2pm OR 2pm to 8pm, 7 days per week. If you don't book, you can't dive - simples! This booking will also be via the app.

We will open for new memberships later in July, as soon as the bulk of existing members have processed themselves.

Schools, instructors and clubs: Please email us and we will set you up for your groups before you come diving. Email info@vobster.com to get on our list and we will induct you into the process. This applies to all BSAC clubs and one man band instructors also - if you know the training officer, please make them aware of this requirement - we need to get you all on the same page!

this is all so that we can operate a safe socially distanced environment for everyone at Vobster Quay. Please do not arrive or bring students without pre booking - you will be turned away.

We're very much looking forward to welcoming you back to Vobster Quay - thanks in advance for your time to get registered and help us provide you with access to Vobster in these novel times!

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Great news from the Vobster team...
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Dive South

12/06/20

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A great talk if you haven’t had the chance to see it yet. Phil Short talks about the Excavation of the Gribshunden wreck, 1495... ... See MoreSee Less

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Great talk!! 🤙😉👌

Dive South

31/05/20

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I reckon Gavan Cooke could see it (hint hint!)

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27/05/20

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Dive South

25/05/20

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Having just completed the online part of this course, we are happy to recommend it to others. It is well laid out, very relevant, free (at the moment) and won't take a long time to do.

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Having just completed the online part of this course, we are happy to recommend it to others. It is well laid out, very relevant, free (at the moment) and wont take a long time to do.https://www.firstresponse-ed.com/airborne-pathogens-code-page/Image attachmentImage attachment
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Dive South

24/05/20

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For those who are missing the sound of the sea. I was, so we went for an evening walk at Chesil 🌊 love the sound of those pebbles 🙂 such a lovely evening in a place we love to spend time, we’ll be back in there soon 🤞💗 ... See MoreSee Less

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24/05/20

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23/05/20

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Garry has made everyone jealous in getting hold of the new XDeep Regs, and they are looking good!

Really well presented, and obviously we now have Kit Envy!

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11/05/20

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By way of a little update.
Last nights update from the government has appeared to confuse some, but our stance is this:
While we are still under a Level of 4 on the newly released scale, it is just not sensible to resume teaching. While this is frustrating for many of us, it is still the case that we cannot engage in sports (or sporting activities - which we take to include diving) with anyone outside of your household.
This makes teaching diving - which is by its nature a group activity (especially when in line with HSE Regulations) - impossible at the moment. I am sure that you appreciate that this also includes group diving. Until we get further updates we will maintain this position.

We will however look to planning for when we are able to resume once again. Any teaching we can do remotely, we are happy to do.
We want to get back to normal as much as anyone else, but will not do it in such a way as to put people at risk.
The water is not going anywhere and will be there when we return.

If anything, I would recommend using this downtime to look over your kit and ready it for when you can use it - get it serviced! You can arrange to drop off with some centres, and some are even offering to pick up! It’s a good time to get in ahead of the last-minute crew!Good morning everyone. All of the team at Vobster wish you well and hope lockdown is remaining bearable. We have a short update for you, following the update from the government on Sunday evening.

In short, nothing has yet changed for Vobster Quay. The covid alert level is still defined as 4 and has not been reduced. Although there is now an outline for how lockdown might ease, IF (big IF) certain conditions are met, this does not realistically enable Vobster to open until the covid alert level has been reduced by the government. We will not be opening early in lockdown, but anticipate being broadly in line with hospitality.

When that level is reduced, we have to ensure that covid risks to visitors and staff are minimised. We are working on social distancing procedures, assessments for numbers on site and PPE to back this up. What we actually implement depends very much on how the overall situation develops in the next few weeks. We will update you on the final preparations shortly before opening.

We will be re assessing this week by week, and will update you if anything changes. In the meantime, thank you for your patience and please stay healthy with your social distancing. This is a team event and any restraint now will no doubt help re stablish a safe, new normal sooner.

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By way of a little update. Last nights update from the government has appeared to confuse some, but our stance is this: While we are still under a Level of 4 on the newly released scale, it is just not sensible to resume teaching. While this is frustrating for many of us, it is still the case that we cannot engage in sports (or sporting activities - which we take to include diving) with anyone outside of your household. This makes teaching diving - which is by its nature a group activity (especially when in line with HSE Regulations) - impossible at the moment. I am sure that you appreciate that this also includes group diving. Until we get further updates we will maintain this position.We will however look to planning for when we are able to resume once again. Any teaching we can do remotely, we are happy to do. We want to get back to normal as much as anyone else, but will not do it in such a way as to put people at risk. The water is not going anywhere and will be there when we return.If anything, I would recommend using this downtime to look over your kit and ready it for when you can use it - get it serviced! You can arrange to drop off with some centres, and some are even offering to pick up! It’s a good time to get in ahead of the last-minute crew!
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Thanks for the update guys 😊 fingers crossed for Lundy!

Very clear and sensible and I CANT WAIT to get back to it too 🙂

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