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Eight Acre Lake
Sheltered freshwater training lake with wrecks, platforms, and easy access.
Local operator required
Use the site booking and on-site instruction system; solo diving is not permitted.
Managed inland lake near Hull with calm water, training platforms, and strong on-site support for courses and practice.
About Eight Acre Lake
Eight Acre Lake is a managed inland freshwater dive venue near North Cave that is built for training, practice, and easy recreational dives. The lake has a sheltered feel, multiple training platforms, a sloped entry with railings, deep-water entrances, and plenty of fixed features such as wrecks, pipes, and a helicopter to explore. On-site support makes it practical for club days, courses, and repeat practice sessions.
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Research Estimate At Eight Acre Lake
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Eight Acre Lake?
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Eight Acre Lake Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
1m - 14m
Depth Note
Shallow training areas begin near the shore; maximum depth 14 m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Calm sheltered freshwater with good training conditions; visibility is strongest early and can vary with weather and lake management.
Safety & Access At Eight Acre Lake
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Cold waterRestricted access
Safety Notes
Plan for cold water, follow the entry rules, and do not dive solo.
Access Restrictions
Divers must be qualified or under instruction; solo diving is not permitted.
Legal Notes
Clubs and schools need public liability insurance of at least £5,000,000.
Local Intel For Eight Acre Lake
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Well suited to courses, buoyancy work, and relaxed recreational diving around training platforms and sunken features.
Freediving
Possible as a controlled freshwater training session, but the site is primarily set up for scuba training and practice.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is supported, but the venue is mainly set up for scuba training and open-water practice.
Wildlife at Eight Acre Lake
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Recent Logged Visits At Eight Acre Lake
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Eight Acre Lake
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
