UNDERWATER enthusiasts can sample scuba diving next week at Banbury's Spiceball leisure centre.

The British Sub-Aqua Club is giving people the chance to try out the sport for only £10, during "try dive week", from September 25 to October 1.

It is described as the perfect opportunity for people to try a new activity or a chance for people to try diving before booking their holidays.

The try-dive lesson will last for about one-and-a-half hours with a qualified instructor and will include learning how to use diving equipment, plus diving techniques, such as mask clearing and underwater signals.

Registration or further information is on Freephone 0500 947202, or www.bsac.com

  • The BSAC is the governing body of scuba diving and snorkelling in the UK. Over 40,000 members are registered in 1,200 branches in Britain and overseas, with qualifications recognised around the world.