CONSTANCE
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.
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
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.
Nearest Dive Centres to CONSTANCE
Dive shops near CONSTANCE
Sound Diving Limited
Plymouth Diving Centre
Dive Looe
Scuba 2000
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
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)
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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