Rathlin Island

June 15, 2024/Simon Read

Rathlin Island

Rathlin is one of the go to dive areas of GreatBritain. A small island off the north coast of Northern Ireland it holds a place in diving folklore as a spectacular site and one of the places to dive.

It has long been associated with classic world war 2 deep wrecks and spectacular walls and copious marine life.

When proposed dive club members jumped at the chance to join Nick and Debbie’s trip. They journeyed to Ballycastle and settled in to the daily routine of catch the boat at Ballcastle, dive, lunch at Rathlin, dive and back to shore.

Ballycastle in the morning
Lunchtime mooring in Rathlin harbour
Team Rathlin

The regular dives took place and, HMS Drake, Lochgarry and several scenic dives.

Evenings were spent enjoying Guinness and good food. One of the high spots was the curry prepared by the best curries for mealtime on a fantastic evenings post dive (and pub!) collaboration.
Huge thanks to Anthony, Phil, Phil and Ray for being chefs.

Curry nigt
The meal
They might be giants

Thanks to Nick and Debbie for organising a fantastic trip and good luck in their new club

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Photos from Neil’s Facebook posts

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Simon Read

Simon Read

I have always loved the sea and diving gives me that little bit of extra special interaction. I love diving anywhere and always find sites interesting and an exhilarating activity, constantly enhancing and improving my skills and knowledge. My favourite diving has to be around the British Isles and in particular St Abbs. It has everything, the sea life, the socialising, the history and the thrill. TSAC has opened up many areas and opportunities for me and hopefully will continue to do so in the future. Here’s to the next adventure.