EMILY
Protected Area
Flat Holm
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) - EMILY offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Emily, a wooden sailing vessel that went down in 1934, offers a gentle introduction to wreck diving off the Cornwall coast. Resting at a maximum depth of 15 metres, it’s a good choice for divers looking for a relaxed exploration. While the wooden hull has obviously deteriorated over the decades, the scattered remains still provide plenty of nooks and crannies for curious blennies and small crabs. We’ve found conger eels tucked into what’s left of the larger sections, and the site attracts a decent number of pollack. It’s a low-key dive, best enjoyed when visibility is good, usually a few days after any big swells.
Typical EMILY 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 EMILY
Dive shops near EMILY
Welsh Diving
Extreme Marine
Scuba Blue Ltd
Scuba Scene Taunton
Divexplore
Vobster Quay Dive Shop
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for EMILY
EMILY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for EMILY, 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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