Channel Diving | Fe'Camp and the Isle of Wight

These could include two British minesweepers HMS Britomart and HMS Hussar, both sunk on the same day whilst minesweeping off Cap D'antifer, mistaken for the enemy by British rocket firing Typhoon planes, they were sent to the bottom and now lie at a depth of 33 metres. Another, in 34mtrs is HMS Eden, a 1st World War destroyer, sunk in collision on 16th June 1916. The merchantman Ikaria, was en-route to the battle of the Somme, when she struck a mine and sank 4 miles off shore, she stands some 15mtrs high in a depth of 25mtrs. There are lots of wrecks to choose from, many unidentified and most, very rarely dived. The marine life is absolutely incredible, teaming with fish, crabs and lobsters, and free swimming congers. The only thing is, the reason that there is so much to see and look, at is because the French have a strict law which states, that no one shall, whilst diving with aqualung remove anything from the seabed or especially from any ship wreck, be it metal or edible. And this is a strict rule which applies to everyone, look don't touch.








				Channel Diving - Fe'Camp and the Isle of Wight Fe'Camp (France) Visit the French fishing town of Fe'camp, situated on the eastern end of the Seine Bay, In between Le'Havre and Dieppe on the Normandie coast, for 5 days excellent diving. During the 2nd World War, Fe'camp was used by the Germans as a midget submarine base, where many successful missions were carried out. Today this town on the Normandy coast is alive to the hustle and bustle for the French tourist industry, as one of their favourite getaways. As well as being a major fishing port, Fe'camp is full of history, which can be seen all around. There is also the Benedictine monastery, where the Benedictine wine is produced , visitors are welcome for guided tours. There is plenty of accommodation available, French or English, and the hotel Anglettere with its English bar is a favourite. There is also a camp site, 10 minutes from the harbour, which has mobile homes for hire or you can pitch your tent. Plenty of restaurants to choose from, at very reasonable prices. The diving around Fe'camp will range from a depth of 25 - 45 metres, depending on experience, and the wrecks you will be diving will be mainly from the 1st and 2nd World Wars. These could include two British minesweepers HMS Britomart and HMS Hussar, both sunk on the same day whilst minesweeping off Cap D'antifer, mistaken for the enemy by British rocket firing Typhoon planes, they were sent to the bottom and now lie at a depth of 33 metres. Another, in 34mtrs is HMS Eden, a 1st World War destroyer, sunk in collision on 16th June 1916. The merchantman Ikaria, was en-route to the battle of the Somme, when she struck a mine and sank 4 miles off shore, she stands some 15mtrs high in a depth of 25mtrs. There are lots of wrecks to choose from, many unidentified and most, very rarely dived. The marine life is absolutely incredible, teaming with fish, crabs and lobsters, and free swimming congers. The only thing is, the reason that there is so much to see and look, at is because the French have a strict law which states, that no one shall, whilst diving with aqualung remove anything from the seabed or especially from any ship wreck, be it metal or edible. And this is a strict rule which applies to everyone, look don't touch. Minimum of 10 and a maximum of 12 divers per trip. www.fecamp.com www.hotelangleterre.com www.hotel-grand-pavois.com The Isle of Wight Five day's diving around the Isle of Wight, based at Bembridge and staying at one of the local caravan parks. The diving will be between 20-50mtrs, depending on the experience of the group. The wrecks will range from the Mendi - 40mtrs, Simla - 38mtrs, Donegal - 48mtrs, Luis - 17mtrs, UB81-32mtrs, HMS Boxer - 20mtrs, Leon - 30mtrs, Fort Yale - 45mtrs, Camswan - 18mtrs, Cuba - 32mtrs, Leopold - 35mtrs, & more. Minimum of 10 and a maximum of 12 divers per trip.