ETOILE POLAIRE
Protected Area
Bracelet Bay
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) - ETOILE POLAIRE offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Etoile Polaire is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to. Sunk in 1987, this 7.9m sailing vessel now sits upright at a very manageable 17m. We love how light the dive feels, even on a cloudy day, thanks to the shallow depth. You’ll find the deck pretty much intact, and there’s enough structure for a quick swim-through if you’re careful with your buoyancy. What really makes the Etoile Polaire shine for us is the life it holds. The mast is often covered in jewel anemones, a proper splash of colour against the grey. Look closely, and you’ll spot dogfish tucked into crevices and often a playful conger eel peeking from beneath the stern. It's a superb site for newer wreck divers looking to build confidence without strong currents or deep profiles. Our favourite time to visit is on a slack tide, an hour either side of high water, when visibility tends to be at its best.
Typical ETOILE POLAIRE 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 ETOILE POLAIRE
ETOILE POLAIRE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ETOILE POLAIRE, 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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