FDT 216 (POSSIBLY)
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) - FDT 216 (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
There’s a real debate around the FDT 216, or what some call ‘POSSIBLY’. Was it a torpedo that sent her down or naval gunfire after she was abandoned? Diving her, you get a sense of that wartime chaos. We love the sheer scale of her; 100 metres long, she’s a proper dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts. Dropping down to 34 metres, the visibility can be challenging, but on a good day, the wreck truly looms out of the green. You’re often surrounded by clouds of bib and pollack, weaving through the superstructure. Our favourite part is nosing around the engine room, if you can get in there, feeling the history seep from the corroded metal. Keep an eye out for conger eels tucked into every dark corner. This isn't a dive for beginners, but if you're comfortable with deeper wrecks and keen for a piece of wartime history, the FDT 216 is a fantastic, moody exploration. Go on a slack tide, always.
Typical FDT 216 (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (34m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for FDT 216 (POSSIBLY)
FDT 216 (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for FDT 216 (POSSIBLY), 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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