BORGUND I (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
East of Start Point
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) - BORGUND I (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Borgund I, possibly, is one of those deeper wrecks that really rewards the effort. We love it because it’s a proper dive, a deep shot that plunges you onto a steamship lost in 1917. Dropping down, the light fades fast, and then the dark silhouette of the hull starts to resolve from the gloom at 49 metres. She’s broken, but enough remains to give you a real sense of her purpose. We usually spend our bottom time exploring the engine room area, which is always busy with conger eels – some of them absolute monsters – and the occasional inquisitive bib. The plating is draped in dead man’s fingers, swaying in the gentle surge, and nudibranchs are always poking around the edges. It’s a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts who appreciate the history and the atmosphere of a deep, dark resting place, far removed from the sunlit shallows.
Typical BORGUND I (POSSIBLY) 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 49m 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.
BORGUND I (POSSIBLY) Wreck History
Year Sunk
1917
Vessel Type
cargo ship
Cause
unknown
Lying in the deep, silent waters off the Cornish coast, this wreck presents a compelling mystery for technical divers. Believed to be the steamship Borgund I, its story is tied to the intense naval conflict of the First World War. On June 30, 1917, while sailing from Port Talbot to Rouen, a vital supply route during the war, the vessel disappeared beneath the waves. As a registered Lloyds War Loss, it was almost certainly a casualty of enemy action, likely falling victim to a German U-boat's torpedo or a mine in the heavily contested waters of the English Channel.
At a challenging depth of 49 metres, exploring the Borgund I is reserved for experienced divers with technical training. The wreck is a time capsule from a pivotal moment in history, offering a somber yet fascinating glimpse into the past. The uncertainty of its identity only adds to the allure, as divers who descend to these depths are not just exploring a shipwreck, but also engaging with an unsolved piece of maritime history.
Nearest Dive Centres to BORGUND I (POSSIBLY)
Dive shops near BORGUND I (POSSIBLY)
Dive Beyond Limited
Old Harbour Dive Centre
Edge Watersports
Teign Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BORGUND I (POSSIBLY)
BORGUND I (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BORGUND I (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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