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Welcome to Snorkelology

Discover the wonders of British snorkelling for all the family

About Snorkelology
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Snorkelling Britain

Find our more about our new book, on sale in May 2025

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Learn about British snorkelling

Explore our content to discover the fascinating underwater world

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Welcome to Snorkelology

Discover the wonders of British snorkelling for all the family

About Snorkelology

What is Snorkelology?

Hello and welcome to Snorkelology! We are Emma and Gordon, and we are big fans of spending time outdoors particularly in, on and around our fabulous British seas. One of our favourite things to do is exploring the British coastline armed with a mask and snorkel ...

Snorkelology is about promoting snorkelling around the rich and diverse British coastline

Snorkelling is a fun and accessible way to explore the underwater world, and Britain has amazing, dynamic seas just packed with marine life - where better to start you marine adventures?

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Find out more about snorkelling in Britain with Snorkelology! We have written some information-packed articles to give hints and tips to new and experienced snorkellers alike. Have a dig around, and if you want more you can always find us on Instagram.

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Top Ten Reasons to Try Snorkelling in Britain

Snorkelling is all the rage at the moment, so whats all the fuss about? Here are ten fabulous reasons why you should consider snorkelling in Britain for your next summer holiday...
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Snorkelling and Immersion Pulmonary Oedema (IPO)

Immersion Pulmonary Oedema or IPO is a rare but dangerous condition that can affect snorkellers. In this article, we explore what it is and how to avoid it.
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The Science of Snorkelling: Part One

Why do diving masks fog up? Why can't I use a longer snorkel? These questions and more answered in our first look into the science of snorkelling.
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Beginners Guide to Snorkelling in Britain

Snorkelling is a great way to get active outdoors, but if you're new to British snorkelling how do you get started? In this blog we take a look...

Snorkelling Britain

Find out more about snorkelling in Britain with our new book:

'Snorkelling Britain: 100 Marine Adventures' will be published in May 2025 by Wild Things

Packed with detailed route-finding advice, inspirational photography and with detailed introduction covering topics such as snorkelling saftey and sustainability, 'Snorkelling Britain' is destined to become a benchmark publication for snorkelling in Britain.

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  • 100 hand-picked snorkel sites around Britain
  • Sites for beginners, families and seasoned adventurers
  • Find rocky reefs, shipwrecks, beaches, kelp forests and more
  • Evocative photography on every page
  • Contributions from some of Britain's best underwater photographers
  • Clear site-finding guidance
  • Each site features tailored safety advice
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  • Introduction sections covering planning, equipment, safety, resposible snorkelling and much more
  • Foreward by Sophie Rennie, BSAC's National Diving Officer and Head of Snorkelling
  • Snorkeller's guide to marine life giving a useful introduction the underwater environment
  • Ten 'Best For' lists including Urban Access, Tidal Pools, and Beginners
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By pre-ordering Snorkelling Britain directly from us as the authors, you are rewarding the 3 years of research we put into the book, helping us to recoup more of our costs, and yes, we get more profit on each book this way!

Snorkelling Britain will be available in May 2025 - order now and be among the first to recieve a copy!

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Let's bust some myths about British snorkelling ...

There is a lot of nonsense spoken about snorkelling in Britain, and in this section we try to dispel some of those myths!

Is it too cold to snorkel in Britain?

Not at all. In the summer the water temperature can reach 20°C or higher in the south of England, and this is the sort of temperature that many people can tolerate without a wetsuit. As snorkelling is a sedate pastime - the fewer movements the more likely you are to see exciting marine life - it can nevertheless be chilly without a wetsuit. Of course, if you want to snorkel all year round in Britain, a wetsuit is a must. Also remember that if you can brave the cooler waters, cold water swimming can have beneficial health effects.

Is there any marine life to see snorkelling in Britain?

We have been diving, snorkelling and swimming around Britain for 25 years, and the emphatic response is YES! The British coastline is one of the most rich and diverse marine habitats in the world, its nutrient rich waters benefitting from warm Atlantic currents and a high tidal range. On a standard snorkelling adventure in Britain you could see great spider crabs, small-spotted catsharks, tompot blenny, sea slugs, and ballan wrasse, not to mention the wide range of seaweeds and wracks, and the beautiful anemones that can only really be appreciated from underwater. If you are willing to snorkel at dusk, you could also be treated to cuttlefish or conger eels. In short, there is no end to the wonderful marine life that inhabit our coastlines, and what better way to explore than with a mask and snorkel?

Is snorkelling in Britain safe?

Snorkelling, like any water-based activity, comes with risks but there are many commonsense things we can do to enjoy the marine environment safely. The most basic rule is to develop your skills slowly: if you are new to snorkelling, test your kit in a swimming pool first, progressing to shallow, sheltered water sites to practice and become familiar with the underwater world. For more information about snorkelling safety, seek professional instruction through, for example, the British Sub Aqua Club (BSAC).

What are the best snorkelling sites in Britain?

Britain's coastline is rich and diverse, and you can find marine life almost anywhere. The locations most abundant with life tend to be those with rocky seabed with healthy currents: enough to bring nutrients but not too strong that fauna cannot hold on. Just make sure you check out the tides and currents before you pop in. For more information about British snorkelling sites, check back for updates on our book release scheduled for May 2025.

Is it 'snorkelling' or 'snorkeling'?

The Oxford English Dictionary" gives 'snorkelling' as the correct spelling in British English.

Snorkelology is a bit of a tongue-twister, how did you find the name?

Yes, it is a bit of a tongue-twister! But we wanted a made-up name so it would be easy to find a domain name. We recommend thinking of it as a compound of 'snorkel' and the ending '-ology', like 'dendrochronology'.

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