EVELINE - Cornwall & Devon

The Eveline is a proper deep dive, a beast of a steamship sitting upright at 48 metres. We love this wreck not just for its scale, nearly 100 metres long, but for the way it dominates the seabed. Dropping down, the bow emerges first, often shrouded in a hazy green twilight, giving you a real sense of its imposing size. This isn’t a wreck for the inexperienced. You need your deep cert and good gas management, but for those with the skills, it’s incredibly rewarding. We’ve spent whole dives just finning along the deck, peering into the huge cargo holds that are now home to conger eels as thick as your thigh. Look for the two massive boilers, still largely intact, and the triple-expansion engine towards the stern, all encrusted with dense plumose anemones that shimmer in your torch beam. The resident bib and pollock schools can be immense, swirling around the superstructure like a silver cloud. It’s a moody, atmospheric dive, often with a decent current, so timing your slack water is crucial for a relaxed exploration. If you hit it right, the visibility can stretch to 15 metres, letting you appreciate the sheer grandeur of this old girl.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.242264, -3.512310
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
48m

Marine Protected Area: Skerries Bank and Surrounds

Best Time to Dive in Cornwall & Devon

The warmest water temperatures in Cornwall & Devon occur in January, averaging 9.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 9.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 9.6°C (air: 7.3°C)
  • February: 9.6°C (air: 8.4°C)
  • March: 9.6°C (air: 8.6°C)
  • April: 9.6°C (air: 10.1°C)
  • May: 9.6°C (air: 12.6°C)
  • June: 9.6°C (air: 15.2°C)
  • July: 9.6°C (air: 16.6°C)
  • August: 9.6°C (air: 17.1°C)
  • September: 9.6°C (air: 15.9°C)
  • October: 9.6°C (air: 13.5°C)
  • November: 9.6°C (air: 10.7°C)
  • December: 9.6°C (air: 8.7°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Cornwall & Devon

Nearest Dive Centres to EVELINE

Marine Life in Cornwall & Devon

Home to 192 recorded species including 93 reef fish, 18 sharks & rays, 13 whales & dolphins, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for EVELINE

Based on average water temperature of 9.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 10°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical depths for dives offered by Evelin Dive Center, especially at the Elephant Cave dive site?
The provided data specifies the EVELINE wreck in Cornwall & Devon has a depth of 48 meters. Information regarding typical depths for dives offered by Evelin Dive Center or at the Elephant Cave dive site is not available in the current context.
What kind of marine life and underwater features can I expect to see when diving with Evelin Dive Center in Crete, particularly at the Elephant Cave?
The EVELINE wreck, located in Cornwall & Devon, is a fascinating underwater feature, being a steam ship vessel built in 1897 and sunk in 1917. It measures 95.7m x 13.4m and is classified as a non-dangerous wreck. Details regarding marine life or features at the Elephant Cave or with Evelin Dive Center in Crete are not provided in the available data.
What is the difficulty level of the dive sites offered by Evelin Dive Center, and is the Elephant Cave suitable for beginner divers?
The EVELINE wreck, a dive site in Cornwall & Devon, is classified with an intermediate difficulty level. This site, a steam ship sunk in 1917, has a depth of 48 meters. Information regarding the difficulty levels of dive sites offered by Evelin Dive Center or the suitability of Elephant Cave for beginner divers is not available in the provided context.
What is the best time of year or season to go diving with Evelin Dive Center in Crete for optimal conditions and visibility?
The provided data for the EVELINE wreck in Cornwall & Devon does not include information on the best time of year or season for diving. For general guidance on optimal diving conditions, you may refer to our When to Dive resource. Specific details for Evelin Dive Center in Crete are not available here.
What diving certifications are required to dive at the Elephant Cave and other specific sites with Evelin Dive Center?
The provided context for the EVELINE wreck in Cornwall & Devon, an intermediate dive site at 48 meters depth, does not specify required diving certifications. Information regarding certifications for the Elephant Cave or other specific sites with Evelin Dive Center is not available in this context.
What are the typical water conditions and currents like at Evelin Dive Center's dive sites in Crete?
The provided data for the EVELINE wreck in Cornwall & Devon does not include information on typical water conditions or currents. Details regarding conditions at Evelin Dive Center's dive sites in Crete are not available in the current context.