VILLAGE QUEEN
Protected Area
Inishmore Island SAC
Why dive here
With 169+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and octopuses - VILLAGE QUEEN offers some of West Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-17°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Village Queen is not your typical Irish wreck. Sure, it’s deep, almost 30 metres down, and the water is chilly, but this fishing vessel has a real presence. We love dropping onto the stern, where the prop shaft still stretches out, leading you towards the bow. The wreck itself is a jumble, a dangerous wreck designation means penetration is really only for the most experienced, but the exterior offers plenty to explore. Look for conger eels peering from every dark recess, and we’ve seen some massive lobsters tucked into its plates. This wreck is a magnet for juvenile fish, darting through the rusted metalwork. It’s a site for divers who appreciate the history and the challenging conditions that come with Irish diving. We always suggest a good torch; even on a bright day, the gloom down here adds to the atmosphere. Dive this one for the raw, rugged appeal of a wreck claiming its place on the seabed.
Typical VILLAGE QUEEN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 29m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for VILLAGE QUEEN
VILLAGE QUEEN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for VILLAGE QUEEN, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (53.32, -9.66) (22km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
56°F · Range: 11.7–15.4°C
Air Temperature
12°C
54°F
Wind Speed
8.2 m/s
15.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1007.4 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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