AEGIR
Protected Area
West Dorset
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - AEGIR offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Aegir, a 12.2m sailing vessel that went down in 1977, sits in 23m of water off Burton Bradstock. It's a small wreck, often overlooked, but it's developed into a surprisingly robust home for local marine life. We've seen conger eels poking out from beneath plates of steel, crabs scuttling amongst the ribs, and occasionally, a curious pollack might swim alongside you. It’s a good choice for divers looking for a relaxed potter around a piece of history without the strong currents or big depths sometimes found on other Devon wrecks.
Typical AEGIR 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 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to AEGIR
Dive shops near AEGIR
Old Harbour Dive Centre
Dive Beyond Limited
Dive academy
Scuba Blue Ltd
Scuba Scene Taunton
Edge Watersports
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for AEGIR
AEGIR Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for AEGIR, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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