CLODMOOR (PROBABLY) - Cornwall & Devon

We’re calling this the Clodmoor ‘Probably’ because while the wreck fits the dimensions and general area, positive identification is still up for debate. But honestly, when you're down there, gliding over the huge triple-expansion engine, the name almost doesn't matter. This old steamer, torpedoed back in 1917, now lies at a very manageable 20 metres, making it a great dive for anyone with a decent Wreck Diver certification looking for a proper piece of history. The Clodmoor is wonderfully broken up in places, giving you a chance to swim through gaping holds that were once full of cargo. We love to poke around the collapsed bow section, where thick schools of juvenile pollock often mill about, darting into the shadows as you approach. Keep an eye out for conger eels too; they’re particularly fond of the more intact stern, peeking out from behind rusting plates. The sheer scale of the ship is impressive, with sections of hull still standing proud, heavily encrusted with dead man's fingers and anemones. It’s a solid, atmospheric dive, full of the kind of quiet drama only a century-old wreck can offer.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.723780, 0.010800
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
20m

Marine Protected Area: Beachy Head West

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 CLODMOOR (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 CLODMOOR (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