Ocean Optics is hosting a two day festival at The Underwater Studios in Basildon, Essex, on the weekend of 28-29 June.
The event will feature talks, presentations and demonstrations covering topics such as marine conservation, underwater archaeology, free-diving, travel and diver training.
DIVE's editor, Simon Rogerson will be giving an illustrated talk on his favourite dive sites of the Red Sea.
The Royal Navy will be sending one of its diving teams to the event to talk to visitors. The Navy divers will also demonstrate some of its high-technology underwater equipment in the 6m-deep tank.
A 'two for the price of one' try dive is being offered to non-divers at the event, while qualified divers have a chance to dive with an Aqualung Mistral in the pool.
Entrance is £5 on the day with children under 16 free if accompanied by an adult.
For further information on this exciting event please visit www.essexdivingfestival.com or call 01268 270 171.
