DAYLESFORD
Protected Area
Wight-Barfleur Reef
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) - DAYLESFORD offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Daylesford is one of our absolute favourite deep wrecks in the Southwest. Dropping onto her at 41 metres, you’re met with an impressive, intact bow section, often shrouded in a shoal of pout. She went down in 1911, and time has been kind, covering her in jewel anemones and dead man’s fingers. We love exploring the engine room – the compound expansion engine is still very much there, a proper piece of maritime history. Her two boilers sit prominently midships, a familiar landmark on the dive. Keep an eye out for conger eels poking their heads from pipes and crevices; they’re often curious. This wreck is fantastic for experienced divers comfortable with deeper profiles and looking for a classic, atmospheric British wreck dive. The currents here can be lively, so picking your slack is key for an enjoyable dive, and we always suggest a good guide for your first visit.
Typical DAYLESFORD Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 41m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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 DAYLESFORD
DAYLESFORD Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for DAYLESFORD, 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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