FORD POWER - Cornwall & Devon

The Ford Power is one of those wrecks that just makes you smile. Sitting upright in just five metres of water, it’s a tiny time capsule of 1970s pleasure boating. We love how accessible it is; perfect for newer divers, or when you just want a relaxed potter without deep deco obligations. Expect to see the hull draped in kelp and sea squirts, with plenty of crabs scuttling around inside the exposed frame. We’ve even spotted small conger eels tucked into the darker crevices. Our favourite approach is to drop in at high tide for the best visibility, then spend a leisurely hour circling the wreck, spotting the details, imagining its last voyage. It’s a great site for photographers keen to practice close-up shots in natural light, and a fantastic second dive after something a bit deeper. Just be mindful of local boat traffic, especially in summer.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
49.449000, -2.363833
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Marine Protected Area: Gouliot Caves and Headland, Sark

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 FORD POWER

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 FORD POWER

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