EXCEL
Protected Area
Sinah Common
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) - EXCEL offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Excel, a sailing vessel that went down in 1925, lies scattered in the shallows off Cornwall, a very accessible dive at just 3m deep. It’s mostly broken up now, but you can still pick out timbers and the general shape of the hull, all encrusted with local anemones and a surprising number of crabs tucked into crevices. This isn't a penetration dive, but rather a chance to explore a historical wreck site that's become a thriving mini-habitat. We think it’s a great spot for newer divers getting comfortable with wreck topography, or for anyone wanting a relaxed, shallow dive with plenty of small critters to observe.
Typical EXCEL 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 EXCEL
Dive shops near EXCEL
In2 Diving
Sussex Diving & Leisure
Mulberry Marine Experiences CIC
Andark Diving
Abyss Scuba School
Sunken Dreams Scuba Diving Academy
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for EXCEL
EXCEL Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for EXCEL, 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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