FOREMOST 101
Protected Area
St Helen's Duver & Priory Wood
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) - FOREMOST 101 offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Foremost 101, sitting at a shallow 5 metres, is our kind of wreck dive. We love that it’s technically a “dangerous wreck,” though really it’s just a great big, broken-up barge that sank in 1973. We’d suggest hitting it on a calm, sunny day for the best light penetration. Drop down and you’re immediately on top of the jumbled metal, plates, and beams. It feels like swimming through a giant, industrial sculpture garden. Light filters down, bouncing off the sandy seabed and illuminating the rusted structure. You’ll find plenty of inquisitive wrasse darting between the crevices, and big spider crabs sometimes cling to the steel. The sheer scale of the twisted metal is what really grabs you – it’s a site that tells a story of a ship’s final moments without needing a deep descent. It’s perfect for new wreck divers or anyone looking for a relaxed, atmospheric dive.
Typical FOREMOST 101 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for FOREMOST 101
FOREMOST 101 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for FOREMOST 101, 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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