Sue's Groyne Manta Club Dive

Sunday 18 October 2026

Conditions weren’t exactly favourable, with SWS winds at 18 knots and a 2-metre swell, leaving us with limited options for dive sites. Sue’s Groyne was our best bet, with the north wall offering some much-needed protection from the winds.

Although the sea looked relatively calm and flat, unfortunately, the visibility wasn’t the best. But that’s okay ! These divers showed a real appreciation for the opportunity to still get beneath the surface and enjoy what the underwater world had to offer. 

As many of us know, Sue’s Groyne makes for a fantastic night dive. The colourful corals and soft sponges come alive after dark, and if you have a UV light, you’ll be treated to the incredible sight of the corals fluorescing beneath the beam.

For this reason, I always recommend exploring a new dive site during the day before attempting it at night. Familiarising yourself with the layout, features and surroundings in daylight can make a huge difference to your confidence and comfort when darkness falls.

Sometimes, conditions don’t give us the perfect dive, but there’s always something to appreciate beneath the surface!

written by PADI Divemaster Elissa