CUBA
Protected Area
Compton Chine to Steephill Cove
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) - CUBA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Cuba, a steamship sunk in 1917, offers a deep dive for those comfortable with 37 meters in Cornish waters. While it’s not an intact time capsule, the remains are substantial enough to provide a genuine wreck experience. We've found the single boiler to be a particularly prominent feature, often encrusted with dead man's fingers and home to plenty of squat lobsters in the crevices. Keep an eye out for conger eels poking their heads from deeper sections of the hull, and expect to see schooling bib darting around the structure. This site really suits divers who appreciate historical wrecks and the hardy, often overlooked, marine life that thrives in temperate waters.
Typical CUBA 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 (37m) - 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to CUBA
Dive shops near CUBA
In2 Diving
Andark Diving
TAL Scuba Ltd.
Sussex Diving & Leisure
Divers Down
Mulberry Marine Experiences CIC
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for CUBA
CUBA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for CUBA, 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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