8m
    Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom
    Wembury Point

    CONSTANCE

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Protected Area

    Wembury 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) - CONSTANCE offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded
    Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 8m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Constance isn't deep, only 8m, which makes it a fantastic long-duration dive, and honestly, we love it for that. She’s a steamship that ran aground in thick fog back in 1888, now largely broken up, but still holds a surprising amount of character for a wreck that's been down so long. You’ll find the boilers are a real focal point, huge and imposing, and the general debris field spreads out around them. We've spent many an hour poking around the plates and ribs, finding all sorts of critters tucked away. It's a site that really shows how quickly the sea reclaims things. Look closely in the nooks and crannies; you’ll spot wrasse darting between the metalwork and crabs scuttling amongst the growth. The light penetration here is excellent, even on a cloudy day, so colours are often good. It's a perfect spot for newer wreck divers or those just wanting a relaxed, shallow bimble with some history. We'd suggest picking a slack tide for the best visibility, though currents here are generally manageable.

    Typical CONSTANCE Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m8m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    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.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for CONSTANCE

    CONSTANCE Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for CONSTANCE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)

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    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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