EMPIRE HARRY
Protected Area
Start Point to Plymouth Sound & Eddystone
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) - EMPIRE HARRY offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Empire Harry, a tug that went ashore in a gale back in '45, now rests in the shallows off the Cornwall coast. You'll find her in just a metre of water, which makes this more of a snorkel and free-dive spot, really. We've seen her upper works still showing, a testament to her robust build. It's a fascinating look at history, especially for those interested in maritime heritage rather than deep dives. Around the exposed metal, we usually spot plenty of crabs scuttling and small fish darting in and out, making it an accessible peek into the local intertidal zone.
Typical EMPIRE HARRY 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to EMPIRE HARRY
Dive shops near EMPIRE HARRY
Sound Diving Limited
Plymouth Diving Centre
Teign Diving Centre
Dive Looe
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for EMPIRE HARRY
EMPIRE HARRY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for EMPIRE HARRY, 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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