CREDO IN DEUM - Cornwall & Devon

The Credo in Deum is a proper wreck dive, sitting upright at 39 meters. We love a good trawler, and this one, which went down after a collision with a tanker in '77, is a beauty. It’s largely intact, which means plenty of opportunities to explore the superstructure and peer into shadowed holds. Dropping down, the first thing you notice is the way the light filters through the green water, often painting the wreck in shifting shades. You'll find conger eels tucked into every dark crevice, their heads poking out with a wary glance. Ballan wrasse dart amongst the growth, and if you’re lucky, a curious seal might make an appearance, weaving between the rusted metal. The strong currents can be a factor here, so we always suggest timing your dive for slack water. It makes exploring the wheelhouse, our favourite part, much more enjoyable. This one's best suited for experienced divers comfortable with deeper wrecks and a bit of a push from the tide.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
49.833332, -0.483333
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
39m

Marine Protected Area: Dolphin Head Highly Protected Marine Area

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

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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 CREDO IN DEUM

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