CREDO IN DEUM
Protected Area
Dolphin Head Highly Protected Marine Area
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) - CREDO IN DEUM offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
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.
Typical CREDO IN DEUM Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (39m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for CREDO IN DEUM
CREDO IN DEUM Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for CREDO IN DEUM, 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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