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Quarry character and cold-water feel.
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Vivian
Snowdonia quarry dive with clear water and slate structures.
Managed inland quarry in Llanberis with clear water, slate architecture, and a training-friendly layout.
About Vivian
Vivian Quarry is an inland slate-quarry dive in Llanberis, Snowdonia, built around a managed training venue rather than a wild open-water profile. The draw is clear quarry water, slate architecture, and a controlled environment that suits training dives, relaxed exploration, and repeat visits more than weather-chasing.
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Research Estimate At Vivian
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessEasy entry
CoralHeavily damaged
Aquatic LifeLimited life
FacilitiesExcellent facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Vivian?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Vivian Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 18m
Depth Note
The quarry max depth is reported at 18 m.
Best Season
Year-round.
Typical Conditions
Cold, dark, atmospheric quarry water with excellent visibility and a calm training-site feel.
Safety & Access At Vivian
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Cold waterRestricted access
Access Restrictions
Access is tied to the quarry operator and booking rather than casual drop-in use.
Legal Notes
Follow the dive-centre and quarry-site rules for access, kit, and entry procedures.
Local Intel For Vivian
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Training-friendly inland quarry diving with slate structures, a controlled layout, and good repeatability for novice dives.
Freediving
Not typically used as a freedive site; it is primarily a scuba training venue.
Snorkeling
Not a snorkel site.
Recent Logged Visits At Vivian
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Vivian
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility15m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
