CREAG MHOR - Cornwall & Devon

Creag Mhor is a beauty, even if it’s more of a paddle than a dive. This isn’t about depth, it’s about history and a truly unique snorkel. The fishing vessel ran aground in 1977, and we love how much of it is still visible, even at low tide. You can see the mast sticking out, a stark reminder of its dramatic end. When you’re in the water, the metalwork is draped in kelp and anemones. We’ve seen blennies darting in and out of crevices, and crabs scuttling across the rusty deck plates. It’s perfect for a calm day, especially if you have non-diving friends or kids who want to get in the water and explore a wreck. Our advice: go at mid-tide for the best visibility and a chance to really appreciate the scale of the wreck from the surface. It’s a proper piece of maritime history, right there for you to touch.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.649334, -4.258938
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
1m

Marine Protected Area: Twyni Chwitffordd, Morfa Landimor A Bae Brychdwn/Whiteford Burrows, Landimore Marsh And Broughton Ba

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 CREAG MHOR

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 CREAG MHOR

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