CLARINDA - Cornwall & Devon

The Clarinda is one of those wrecks that just oozes history, even if she’s broken up now. We love the way she’s spread across the seabed at 37m, a real treasure hunt of twisted metal and machinery. You’ll find two huge boilers, still very much intact, standing proud amongst the debris. The wreck is well-colonised by plumose anemones, their white tentacles swaying gently in the current, creating a stark contrast against the dark steel. We’ve also seen plenty of conger eels here, tucked into the more sheltered spots, and occasionally a curious dogfish cruising past. Visibility can be a bit hit or miss in these waters, but when it’s good, the Clarinda is genuinely spectacular. We’d suggest diving this one on a slack tide; the currents can pick up and make exploring those deeper sections a real workout. She’s a site for experienced divers comfortable with deeper wrecks and potentially lower visibility. It’s a proper plunge into maritime history.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.464443, -1.660997
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
37m

Marine Protected Area: Albert Field

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 CLARINDA

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 CLARINDA

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