ANTIGUA STAR
Protected Area
South of Portland
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) - ANTIGUA STAR offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Antigua Star, a small fishing vessel that went down in 1992, is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to. At 35m, she's a bit of a deep one, best suited for those comfortable with their buoyancy and deco stops. What we love about her is how intact she remains for a wreck her size. You can still make out the wheelhouse, the deck winch, and even a few discarded fishing crates scattered around the seabed. Vis here can be a bit of a gamble, but on a good day, when the sun pierces through the green Cornish water, the Antigua Star is a marvel. Our favourite part is navigating the small holds, carefully, mind you, where you’ll often surprise a conger eel or two. Look closely at the hull; it’s covered in jewel anemones, creating these incredible bursts of orange and pink against the dark metal. We’ve seen dogfish tucked into crevices and big shoals of bib darting around the superstructure. It’s not a huge wreck, so you’ll get to explore her thoroughly in one dive, which we always appreciate. Definitely bring a good torch to peer into the darker corners.
Typical ANTIGUA STAR Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (35m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced 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.
ANTIGUA STAR Wreck History
Year Sunk
1992
Vessel Type
fishing vessel
Cause
unknown
The Antigua Star was a small 7-meter fishing vessel that sank in August 1992. Now lying at a depth of 35 meters off the coast of Cornwall, it is officially classified as a 'dangerous wreck', which often indicates potential hazards like snagged fishing nets, making it a site best suited for experienced divers. Due to its compact size, the wreck can be thoroughly explored in a single dive. It serves as a small, concentrated habitat for local marine life, offering a rewarding challenge for those equipped to navigate its depths and potential entanglements.
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Dive Beyond Limited
Old Harbour Dive Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ANTIGUA STAR
ANTIGUA STAR Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ANTIGUA 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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