ETHEL
Protected Area
East Aberthaw Coast
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) - ETHEL offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Ethel, a shallow wreck off the Cornwall coast, sits at 12m, making it approachable for most divers. We find her quite broken up, but you can still pick out sections of hull and machinery scattered across the seabed. Expect to see plenty of wrasse and crabs tucked into the wreckage, alongside the usual schooling pollock. It’s a good option for a second dive or if you're looking for an easy wreck exploration without significant depth.
Typical ETHEL 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ETHEL
ETHEL Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ETHEL, 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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