HMS CRESCENT
Why dive here
With 121+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, orcas and seals & sea lions - HMS CRESCENT offers some of West Coast (Gothenburg)'s richest wreck diving. Water ranges 3-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The HMS Crescent isn't just a hunk of metal on the seabed, it’s a time capsule, a real window into naval history. We love that it’s so well-preserved, sitting upright and remarkably intact considering it went down in 1808. You can spend a whole dive exploring the deck, peering into the gunports, and imagining the chaos of that stormy December night. The wooden hull is a dark, sturdy skeleton, draped in a thick shag carpet of plumose anemones, and the odd cod will drift out from a shadowy corner, eyeing you with a kind of weary curiosity. It’s a site for those who appreciate history and aren't afraid of a bit of chill, definitely one of our favourite cold water wrecks. Visibility here can swing from 5 metres to a decent 20, so pick your day. Slack tide is your friend for deeper penetration into the holds, where the light struggles to reach and the atmosphere is thick with the past. We'd suggest a good dive light to really make out the details of the ship's structure, and keep an eye out for the small stuff – crabs scuttling amongst the cannonballs. This wreck is perfect for experienced divers who appreciate the sombre beauty of a historical site reclaimed by the sea.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for HMS CRESCENT
HMS CRESCENT Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for HMS CRESCENT, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (57.57, 11.03) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
56°F · Range: 10.6–15.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
6.56 m/s
12.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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