West Bay Diving Gallery

Diving with Ruby J Click to enlarge image

"Full steam ahead Skipper" the Ruby J is a fast and solid vessel

Spacious West Bay Diving Boat Click to enlarge image

Plenty of space onboard the Ruby J for up to 12 divers with all their gear

Ruby J Divers Bench Click to enlarge image

Loads of room to manoeuvre on the Ruby J for divers and the Kit Bench

Diving from West Bay Click to enlarge image

"Not totally convienced I should've eaten that full english breakfast!"

Cheltenham Sub Aqua Club Click to enlarge image

The beginning of a great day's diving for the Cheltenham Sub Aqua Club

HMS M2 wreck Click to enlarge image

Conger eel peeping out of the conning tower of HMS M2 wreck

m2 wreck in Dorset Click to enlarge image

Looking back to the conning tower of the m2 wreck in Dorset

M2's aircraft launch rail Click to enlarge image

M2's rudder is still visible to divers as they swim over the M2 wreck.

Diving off Lyme Bay Click to enlarge image

Easy to enter in to the water from the stern of the Ruby J, jump or lower

Visible Buoys Click to enlarge image

Highly visible buoys, and always a watchful eye by Keith as safety is paramount

Divers waving Click to enlarge image

"I asked the divers to say cheese but all they did was wave their hands"! tut tut

Preparing to Dive Click to enlarge image

Divers getting their bearings as they prepare to take their first dive

West Bay Harbour Click to enlarge image

The Ruby J by the pontoon in West Bay Harbour, Dorset

Diving Party Click to enlarge image

Another motley crew going out for a days diving in Lyme Bay

Conger Eels Click to enlarge image

"Who's lookin at ya baby" only 3 conger eels, they BITE!!!! On the Heroin Wreck

Dogfish Click to enlarge image

Dogfish in their natural habitat, great bottom feeders as their mouths are underneath. On the Heroin Wreck

Peaceful Diver Click to enlarge image

The lads found a way of keeping one female diver quiet! Thanks Jo.

Pouting Click to enlarge image

Pouting are common in the waters off Dorset. Beautiful stripped patterns in the water.

starfish Click to enlarge image

Starfish of varying sizes and species can be found all year round.

wrasse Click to enlarge image

Cuckoo wrasse are found near rocks for them to hide in as they are so brightly coloured. On the Heroin Wreck

Diving Equipment Click to enlarge image

If you are a diver..no explanation ..everyone else ..Diving Equipment

John Kusack PADI Instructor Click to enlarge image

John Kusack PADI Instructor from the Valleys, Dive & Lunch now just leave me alone.

Kev PADI Master Instructor Click to enlarge image

Kev PADI Master Instructor. Who said underwater photography was easy!

Diving in Lyme Bay Click to enlarge image

"You could've at least let me do my hair and make-up before you take a picture!"

Divers catch Click to enlarge image

Keith helping one of the divers by taking his 'goody bag' first, got your priorities right!

Lyme Bay Crab Click to enlarge image

Enlarge to see what they are looking at ..careful it might bite!!

Keith Ferris with Crab Click to enlarge image

Keith looks pleased ...Don't think the crab will be after it's cooked! Yum!

West Bay Crab Click to enlarge image

What a corker ..check out our crab thermidor recipe, Fresh Crab...Yummmmmm

Divers Click to enlarge image

"I didn't find any Scallops down there but I did find this half eaten biscuit!"

Skipper Keith Ferris Click to enlarge image

"Yes Keith, I promised to take this picture off your site (hee hee hee)

Jurassic Coastline Click to enlarge image

Views of the Jurassic coastline as you return to West Bay Harbour

Golden Cap Click to enlarge image

Outstanding views of the Jurassic coastline including the famous Golden Cap

West Bay Harbour Click to enlarge image

Wonderful view of the Jurassic Cliffs to the west of West Bay Harbour

West Bay Fishing Click to enlarge image

The Ruby J can also be hired for fishing trips as it is so spacious

Ruby J diving boat Click to enlarge image

The Ruby J offers a very smooth and comfortable ride for everyone

Heading home to West Bay Click to enlarge image

Ruby J heading back to harbour after a successful and enjoyable dive for all onboard

Many thanks to the Divers who have shared their photos and to John Morley Photography.

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