CITY OF SWANSEA (PROBABLY) - Cornwall & Devon

The City of Swansea, likely, sits deep off the Cornish coast, a proper technical dive at 40 metres. This isn't one for a quick splash, but if you're comfortable with depth and have the right training, it's a solid day out. We love the way the wreck has settled, largely intact, with a clear list to port that makes exploring the deck a little disorienting in the best way. You'll find the two huge boilers dominating the midships, often draped in dead man's fingers and home to some seriously big conger eels tucked into every crevice. Our favourite detail is the way light filters through the remaining deck plating, creating an ethereal glow around the main structure. Keep an eye out for dogfish patrolling the sand nearby and decent-sized pollack hovering above the superstructure. It's a site that rewards patience and good buoyancy, offering a real sense of history beneath the waves. Best dived on slack water, of course, to fully appreciate its scale without battling the strong tides typical of the area.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.481384, -3.190500
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
40m

Marine Protected Area: Lyme Bay and Torbay

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)

Nearby Dive Sites in Cornwall & Devon

Nearest Dive Centres to CITY OF SWANSEA (PROBABLY)

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 CITY OF SWANSEA (PROBABLY)

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