EARL OF ABERGAVENNY
Protected Area
Chesil Beach and Stennis Ledges
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) - EARL OF ABERGAVENNY offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Earl of Abergavenny is a personal favourite when the conditions align. This isn't one of those wrecks where you can expect to see the whole ship in one go; she's well broken up, scattered across the seabed at 17m. We love that feeling of discovery here, tracing the outline of what was once an East Indiaman. You'll spend your dive finding cannon, anchors, and huge sections of timber, often encrusted with dead man's fingers and colourful jewel anemones. It’s a site for those who enjoy piecing together history, where a torch beam picks out a copper spike in a beam, imagining the shipwrights who hammered it home. Keep an eye out for conger eels tucked into crevices, their heads poking out from beneath the larger sections of debris. Visibility can be a bit variable, so pick a calm day with a neap tide for the best experience; it makes a huge difference.
Typical EARL OF ABERGAVENNY Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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 EARL OF ABERGAVENNY
Dive shops near EARL OF ABERGAVENNY
Old Harbour Dive Centre
Dive Beyond Limited
Divers Down
Dorset Diving Services
Mayim Mermaid Academy
Dive academy
Reviews for EARL OF ABERGAVENNY
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for EARL OF ABERGAVENNY
EARL OF ABERGAVENNY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for EARL OF ABERGAVENNY, 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
Plan & book
Ways to dive Cornwall & Devon, from day trips to liveaboards.
Day trips & courses
via GetYourGuideGuided dives, courses and snorkel trips with instant booking.
Find dive trips in Cornwall & DevonPlaces to stay
via Booking.comHotels and dive resorts near Cornwall & Devon.
Search stays in Cornwall & DevonDive insurance
Most travel insurance excludes or limits scuba. Check what you need before you go.
Dive insurance explainedPartner links: we may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. How we make money
Where to Stay near EARL OF ABERGAVENNY
Prices from Booking.com. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.