June 9, 2025

Whos Coming

🌊 Who’s Coming to North West Dive Fest 2025?

Dates: Saturday 4th – Sunday 5th October 2025

Location: Capernwray Diving Centre, Lancashire

Supporting: 💙 All profits go to the North West Air Ambulance Charity

The countdown is on for North West Dive Fest 2025 – the UK’s most exciting diving and ocean lifestyle event of the year. Whether you're a diver, snorkeller, explorer, or enthusiast, this year's festival promises a vibrant weekend filled with live demos, training, family-friendly fun, expert talks, and exclusive deals from top dive brands.

Here’s a full rundown of who you’ll meet and what’s on offer at this year’s event!

🧭 Dive into Learning – Featured Courses & Experiences

🔹 Nautical Archaeology Society (NAS) – Underwater Heritage Course

📅 When: Saturday 5th October

🔗 Book here: Click to Book – Early Bird Discount until 12 July

NAS will be running an interactive maritime archaeology course on-site. You’ll learn how to:

Record a simulated underwater site
Practice real-world survey techniques
Earn a recognised NAS qualification
Perfect for divers, students, and ocean enthusiasts — no prior experience needed.

🟦 Snorkel Trail & Surface Treasure Hunt

Thanks to Dean from Dynamic Nord, we’re thrilled to introduce a dedicated Snorkel Trail and Surface Treasure Hunt, designed especially for:

Non-divers and snorkellers
Families with children
Anyone who wants to stay on the surface but still join the fun!
Explore hidden clues, collect treasures, and enjoy the water in a relaxed, inclusive way.

🛍️ Dive Industry Giants – Exhibitors & Gear Demos

🔹 APEKS

Known worldwide for elite, high-performance scuba regulators, wings, and accessories.

Meet the team, test the kit, and get insights into their latest gear innovations.

🔹 Mares

One of the most iconic names in diving since 1949. Come and see their latest range of:

Fins, masks, and suits
Dive computers and accessories
Demo gear you can try in the water

🔹 Suunto

Experience the power of cutting-edge dive computers and tracking technology. Learn how to dive smarter and safer with their newest devices.

🔹 Sea & Sea

Perfect for underwater photographers and videographers. Get hands-on with some of the best underwater imaging gear in the world.

🔹 Northern Diver

UK-based specialists in rugged drysuits, dive bags, thermal wear, and military-grade equipment. A staple for UK divers!

🔹 AP Diving

Leaders in closed-circuit rebreather systems and life support equipment. For technical divers and rebreather enthusiasts — this is a must-see.

🔹 Aqualung

As pioneers of scuba gear, Aqualung remains at the heart of diving innovation. Their expert team will be on hand for demos, advice, and kit showcases.

🔹 Dynamic Nord

Whether you’re into freediving, spearfishing, or snorkelling — Dynamic Nord offers sustainable, stylish gear that looks good and performs even better.

🔹 Dive Manchester

One of the north’s best-known dive retailers and travel experts. Their team will be available with great deals and expert advice.

💙 Community & Special Guests

🔸 Diving with the Injured

This incredible charity supports injured veterans and patients through therapeutic scuba diving. Stop by their stand to:

Learn about their work
Hear real stories of recovery and hope
See how you can support or get involved

🔸 North West Underwater Search Team

Meet the real-life police divers! They’ll be sharing:

Their search and recovery equipment
Insights into the role of underwater crime scene investigation
Public safety diving demonstrations

🔸 BSAC – British Sub-Aqua Club

Proudly supporting the Dive Fest as the UK’s governing body for scuba diving and snorkelling. Learn about:

Their extensive training programmes
How to join a BSAC club near you
Opportunities for divers at every level

🎉 Entertainment & Extras

🎧 DJ Cosche – Live Set

After a full day of diving and exploring, unwind with great music, food, and company at our evening social. DJ Cosche will be spinning the decks and lighting up the lakeside.

🚑 Supporting a Life-Saving Cause

Every ticket purchased, course booked, and item sold helps fund the North West Air Ambulance Charity, which provides rapid, critical care to those in need across the region — with no government or NHS funding.

📣 Stay Up to Date

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✅ Save the Date

📅 Saturday 4th October 2025

📍 Capernwray Diving Centre

🎫 Book your place, support a cause, and join the adventure of the year!

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