CLAUDIA - South Coast

The Claudia isn't just another wreck on the South Coast. We think it's one of the best you'll find here, sitting upright and mostly intact since 1994, which means it's had plenty of time to become a proper artificial reef. Dropping onto the deck at around 30 metres, you immediately feel the scale of this fishing vessel, especially with the wheelhouse looming large. It's an atmospheric dive, often with that green Irish light filtering through, adding to the sense of exploration. We love finning along the deck, spotting conger eels tucked into every nook and cranny, their heads poking out like curious gargoyles. Around the stern, the propeller is still in place, a classic wreck photo opportunity, and the holds offer easy penetration for those with the right training and gear. Look closely at the superstructure; you'll find plenty of jewel anemones adding splashes of colour, and we've often seen schools of pollack swirling above the mast. For experienced divers comfortable with depth and perhaps a little chill, the Claudia is a genuinely rewarding dive.

Location
South Coast, Ireland, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.878387, -7.671111
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
40m

Marine Protected Area: Ardmore Head SAC

Best Time to Dive in South Coast

The warmest water temperatures in South Coast occur in January, averaging 8.8°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 8.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 8.8°C (air: 7.0°C)
  • February: 8.8°C (air: 8.3°C)
  • March: 8.8°C (air: 8.1°C)
  • April: 8.8°C (air: 9.3°C)
  • May: 8.8°C (air: 11.8°C)
  • June: 8.8°C (air: 14.2°C)
  • July: 8.8°C (air: 15.6°C)
  • August: 8.8°C (air: 15.8°C)
  • September: 8.8°C (air: 14.6°C)
  • October: 8.8°C (air: 12.4°C)
  • November: 8.8°C (air: 9.9°C)
  • December: 8.8°C (air: 8.1°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in South Coast

Nearest Dive Centres to CLAUDIA

Marine Life in South Coast

Home to 199 recorded species including 97 reef fish, 24 sharks & rays, 14 whales & dolphins, 14 other, 10 crabs & lobsters, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for CLAUDIA

Based on average water temperature of 8.8°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 9°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories