Introducing Dive Looe!
A few weeks ago, Looe welcomed a brand-new dive center to Buller Street!
Founded by local resident and special education teacher Tom Inger, Dive Looe offers guided boat and shore dives, and SSI-certified courses for all experience levels — from complete beginners to seasoned divers. They also offer air fills and kit sales. Conveniently located at PL13 1AS, next to beloved local spots Sarah’s Pasty’s & Cakes and Chennai Fusion, the center is the first of its kind for 17 years!
Tom, who has been diving since the age of 16, described the launch of the center as a dream come true. “I’ve been diving since I was young, so this is a dream. As they say — if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life,”
We spoke to Tom after a Sunday morning dive where participants spotted local marine life, including seals and crawfish. One diver even remarked that the conditions rivalled those in Mexico! Tom is joined in the venture by his partner Mo, also a teacher and frequent diver. Together, they aim to cultivate a thriving community of divers in Looe — not just a business, but a hub for like-minded individuals.
“I came here 20 years ago, and the kindness of the Looe community has made it feel like I’m moving here all over again,” Mo shared. “Everyone has been so accommodating — it’s been truly heartwarming.”
Tom, who is also a dedicated volunteer with Fathoms Free, a marine conservation group that removes discarded fishing gear from Cornwall and Devon’s coastal waters praised the outpouring of support from Looe residents, expressing deep gratitude for the community’s involvement. “The kindness we’ve received has left me speechless,” he said. “From hands-on help to simple words of encouragement — every bit has meant the world.”
Dive Looe is now open and welcoming divers of all levels across weekends and school holidays. For course bookings or more information, interested parties are encouraged to contact the center directly via Facebook @DiveLooe or email via: divelooe@icloud.com
You can also head to their website at: www.divelooe.com.
To learn more about marine conservation efforts discussed visit Fathoms Free via their official channels. https://www.facebook.com/fathomsfree.
We wish Tom, Mo, and the Dive Looe team the very best on their adventures!
