CORBET WOODALL - Cornwall & Devon

The Corbet Woodall, a steamship that met its end in 1917, now lies broken in about 12 metres of water. We love a shallow wreck with some history, and this one delivers. What’s left of her is scattered across the seabed, but the boiler is still upright and makes for a great focal point. We’ve found conger eels tucked into the plates and schools of pollock darting through the superstructure. Visibility can be a bit of a gamble, but on a good day, the light plays beautifully through the metalwork, illuminating the nudibranchs and anemones that cling to every surface. It’s a site that rewards careful exploration, perfect for divers who enjoy picking through the details of a historical wreck rather than just swimming over it. Slack water is key here; the currents can pick up, so check your tides.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.692806, -0.890641
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
12m

Marine Protected Area: Utopia

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)

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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 CORBET WOODALL

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