BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Colwell 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) - BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
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.
Typical BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY) 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.
BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY) Wreck History
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.
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TAL Scuba Ltd.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY)
BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BEVERLEY ANN (POSSIBLY), 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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