EXCELSIOR
Protected Area
Langstone Harbour
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) - EXCELSIOR offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Excelsior is less a wreck dive and more a history lesson in a puddle, but we love it for its sheer accessibility and surprising character. Sitting in just eight metres, this carrier vessel was carrying who-knows-what when she sank. Our favourite part has to be the way the light filters through the shallow water, illuminating the kelp-draped remains. It’s not about big fish here, more about the atmosphere and the small stuff that calls it home: blennies darting between plates of metal, little anemones clinging to every surface, and always a few inquisitive crabs scuttling past. We'd suggest going on a calm day, close to slack tide, for the best visibility. You can take your time poking around, imagining the Excelsior’s last moments. It's a great spot for newer divers getting comfortable with wreck penetration, or for anyone who appreciates a bit of maritime archaeology without the depth.
Typical EXCELSIOR 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.
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In2 Diving
Sussex Diving & Leisure
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Andark Diving
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for EXCELSIOR
EXCELSIOR Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for EXCELSIOR, 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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