FAGERNES - Cornwall & Devon

The Fagernes, sitting upright at 29 metres, is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to off the Cornish coast. She’s a big steamship, 93 metres long, and while she went down tragically after a collision in 1926, today she’s a spectacular playground for advanced divers. We love exploring the bow, which is still remarkably intact, often swarming with pollack. Swim along the deck and you’ll find sections opening up for penetration, though always be mindful of silt. Her holds are full of conger eels; shine your torch in and you’re almost guaranteed to spot a few thick as your arm. Look closely at the superstructure for jewel anemones in every colour imaginable. We’d suggest diving this one on a neap tide for the best visibility and a more relaxed drift along her length. It’s a proper wreck dive, perfect for those comfortable with deeper sites and ready for some serious exploration.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.398804, -4.061174
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
29m

Marine Protected Area: Pwll-Du Head And Bishopston Valley

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 FAGERNES

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 FAGERNES

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