FAGERNES (PROBABLY) - Cornwall & Devon

The *Fagernes*, or what we're pretty sure is the *Fagernes*, is just superb. This is a big wreck, lying proud and upright on the seabed at 34 metres, and it makes for a proper dive when the visibility is playing ball. We love that it’s still so intact, the bow is especially impressive, pointing into the gloom as if it's still steaming somewhere. You can explore the holds, watch the light filter through where the decks have collapsed, and really get a sense of its history. Even though it’s a deep dive, it’s often sheltered from the worst of the current, which means more bottom time to take in the sheer scale of the ship. Dead man’s fingers carpet the steel, making it feel ancient, and there are always plenty of conger eels peering out from every nook. For divers who appreciate a substantial piece of maritime history and don’t mind the depth, this is one of our favourite Cornish wrecks. Try to hit it on a slack tide for the best experience.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.402596, -4.142465
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
34m

Marine Protected Area: Minchin Hole

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 (PROBABLY)

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 (PROBABLY)

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