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Essex Scuba
Stanford-Le-Hope, Lower Dunton Road, Horndon on the HilAbout this dive shop
🌊 Welcome to Essex Scuba – Your Dive Adventure Starts Here! At Essex Scuba, we live and breathe diving — and we’re here to share that passion with you! Whether you’re taking your very first breath underwater or you’re a seasoned diver looking to expand your skills, our friendly, professional team is dedicated to helping you make every dive an adventure to remember. We’re a proud PADI 5 Star Dive Centre, offering the full range of PADI courses from Discover Scuba Diving and Open Water Diver all the way through to Advanced, Rescue, Divemaster, and a wide selection of specialty courses including Enriched Air (Nitrox), Dry Suit, Wreck, Night, and many more. Every course is delivered with the Essex Scuba personal touch — small groups, supportive instructors, and a relaxed, fun atmosphere where every student gets the attention they deserve. But we’re more than just a training centre — we’re a one-stop hub for all your diving needs. Our on-site cylinder filling station provides Air, Nitrox, and Trimix refills, and our fully equipped workshop handles everything from regulator servicing, cylinder testing, and rebreather maintenance to dive computer and watch battery replacements. We take pride in ensuring every piece of your kit is safe, serviced, and ready for your next dive. Need gear? We stock a carefully selected range of essential dive equipment, so you can grab those must-have items without the pressure of a hard sell — just honest advice from divers who use the same gear themselves. Whether you’re joining us for your first pool session, advancing your skills, or just stopping by for a fill and a chat, Essex Scuba is a place where divers feel at home. You’ll find a welcoming community, expert instruction, and an infectious enthusiasm for the underwater world that’ll keep you coming back dive after dive. 💦 Why Divers Love Essex Scuba 🧜‍♀️ All PADI Courses Available – From beginner to pro, including specialty and technical options ⚙️ Full Servicing Workshop – Regulators, cylinders, rebreathers, computers, and more 💨 Cylinder Refills – Air, Nitrox, and Trimix available on site 🕶️ Essential Gear in Stock – A curated range of diving must-haves, honestly recommended 🌍 A True Dive Community – Friendly, passionate, and always ready for the next adventure! 🤿 Dive in with Essex Scuba – Where Every Dive Is Personal! Whether you’re here to learn, train, or just talk diving, our doors (and our dive tanks!) are always open. Come see why divers across the region choose Essex Scuba — where learning is fun, friendships are formed, and every dive feels like the start of something amazing. 📅 Visit us today – your next great dive starts here!
Activities offered
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Facilities
Adaptive Services
Equipment Service & Repair
Payment Methods
Staff
- PADI Instructors
- 4
Languages
- English
- Italian
Marine life
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Opening hours
Closed now- Monday
- 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM - 09:30 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
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