BEATRICE
Protected Area
Whitsand and Looe Bay
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) - BEATRICE offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Beatrice is a good example of what a smaller wreck can offer here in Cornwall. Sunk back in '88 after a run-in with the FV Gratitude, this 9.1m yacht went down quickly and now rests at 45m. It’s pretty broken up, as you'd expect after a few decades on the seabed, but the frame still provides shelter for squat lobsters and the occasional anglerfish. We find it’s a site that suits experienced divers who appreciate the history of a wreck more than a pristine structure. The currents here can be a bit lively, so good boat handling and decent air consumption are key.
Typical BEATRICE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 45m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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 BEATRICE
Dive shops near BEATRICE
Dive Looe
Plymouth Diving Centre
Sound Diving Limited
Scuba 2000
Viewpoint Diving Centre
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BEATRICE
BEATRICE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BEATRICE, 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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