BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY) - Cornwall & Devon

The BEVERLEY ANN, or what we strongly suspect is her, offers a fantastic shallow dive for anyone exploring the Cornish coast. Dropping down onto her, you’re greeted by a wooden hull, remarkably intact considering her age and the relentless surge of the English Channel. We love how the planking still holds its shape, revealing glimpses into the engine room where the oil engine once hummed. The wreck is relatively small, around 9.5 metres, making it easy to circumnavigate several times without feeling rushed. Look closely, and you’ll spot plumose anemones clinging to the shadowed nooks, their white tentacles waving gently. Conger eels often peek from under the heavier timbers, and dogfish can sometimes be found resting on the sand nearby. We’d suggest diving this one on a calm day with good sun, as the ambient light really brings out the texture of the wood and the subtle colours of the marine growth. It’s an ideal spot for macro photography or just a relaxed potter, and perfect for newer divers building confidence on wrecks.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.700573, -1.561964
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
6m

Wreck History - BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY)

Year Sunk
1969
Vessel Type
fishing vessel
Cause
unknown

The remains of the Beverley Ann, a small 9.5-meter wooden fishing vessel, rest in the shallow coastal waters where it sank on November 19, 1969. The cause of its sinking is not recorded, leaving its final moments a mystery. At a depth of only 6 meters, the site is easily accessible to divers of all levels and can be explored on a long, relaxed dive.

As a wooden vessel, the Beverley Ann has deteriorated significantly over the decades, with its structure collapsing and scattering across the seabed. What remains is a fascinating artificial reef, providing a home for a host of marine creatures. Divers should be mindful of its 'Dangerous wreck' status, likely due to debris and potential entanglement hazards, but will find the site teeming with life that has colonized the remnants of this humble fishing boat.

Marine Protected Area: Colwell Bay

Best Time to Dive in Cornwall & Devon

The warmest water temperatures in Cornwall & Devon occur in January, averaging 9.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 9.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 9.6°C (air: 7.3°C)
  • February: 9.6°C (air: 8.4°C)
  • March: 9.6°C (air: 8.6°C)
  • April: 9.6°C (air: 10.1°C)
  • May: 9.6°C (air: 12.6°C)
  • June: 9.6°C (air: 15.2°C)
  • July: 9.6°C (air: 16.6°C)
  • August: 9.6°C (air: 17.1°C)
  • September: 9.6°C (air: 15.9°C)
  • October: 9.6°C (air: 13.5°C)
  • November: 9.6°C (air: 10.7°C)
  • December: 9.6°C (air: 8.7°C)

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Marine Life in Cornwall & Devon

Home to 192 recorded species including 93 reef fish, 18 sharks & rays, 13 whales & dolphins, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY)

Based on average water temperature of 9.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 10°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories