ANDORA STAR
Protected Area
East Devon
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) - ANDORA STAR offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Andora Star, what a dive. We're talking a proper little wreck, sunk in '74 off Beer, East Devon. It's only 10.4 metres, so you can take your time, really get to know it. We love poking around the bow, where the fishing gear is still tangled. What makes it special? The way the wreck has become part of the reef. We’ve found conger eels tucked into the engine room, their heads poking out like grumpy old men. And the colours. The jewel anemones are electric, like someone’s spilled a box of neon sweets all over the metal. It’s a shallow dive, maxing out at just a metre, which makes for incredible natural light. You see every detail, every little crab scuttling across the deck. We’d suggest going at high tide for the best visibility, otherwise, it can get a bit silty. It’s perfect for macro photographers, or anyone who just wants a relaxed mooch on a historic piece of local maritime life.
Typical ANDORA STAR Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
ANDORA STAR Wreck History
Year Sunk
1974
Vessel Type
fishing vessel
Cause
unknown
Resting in the shallows off Beer in East Devon, the Andora Star is a small fishing vessel that sank on September 3, 1974. At only 10.4 meters long and lying at a depth of just one meter, this wreck is highly accessible to snorkelers and novice divers when conditions are calm. Its designation as a 'Dangerous Wreck' is due to its extremely shallow position, which poses a hazard to small boat traffic in the area. For divers, this means exercising caution around potentially sharp, broken sections of the hull. While not a grand vessel, it offers a fascinating and easy-to-explore glimpse into local maritime history, now encrusted with marine life and nestled into the seabed just a stone's throw from the shore.
Nearest Dive Centres to ANDORA STAR
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Edge Watersports
Teign Diving Centre
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Scuba Blue Ltd
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Old Harbour Dive Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ANDORA STAR
ANDORA STAR Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ANDORA STAR, 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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