ESTRELITA
Protected Area
Bembridge Down
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) - ESTRELITA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Estrelita, a fishing vessel that went down in 1975, sits upright and largely intact at 17 metres, making it a proper playground for divers. We love how the wheelhouse is still there, a perfect swim-through, complete with the occasional curious pollock peeking out from the gloom. You can make your way along the deck, often finding spider crabs scuttling amongst the old fishing gear, or spot a dogfish tucked away under a plate. It’s a gentle wreck dive, forgiving for those getting comfortable with overhead environments, but still interesting enough for experienced wreckies to enjoy a good rummage around. Our favourite time to dive her is on a slack tide, with a good bit of sun; the light filters down through the water, making the rust colours almost glow. Just be mindful of the occasional bit of discarded line.
Typical ESTRELITA 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.
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In2 Diving
Sussex Diving & Leisure
Mulberry Marine Experiences CIC
Andark Diving
Abyss Scuba School
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ESTRELITA
ESTRELITA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ESTRELITA, 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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