FREDERIC - Cornwall & Devon

The FREDERIC is a little cracker, a proper small wreck dive that we always enjoy. She’s a compact fishing vessel, not huge at just over 10 metres, but she sank in 1995 so she’s been down there long enough for marine life to properly move in. You'll find her sitting upright at 20 metres, and because she’s relatively intact, there’s plenty to potter around. We love dropping onto her deck and peering into the wheelhouse, often finding a grumpy crab or two glaring back. Conger eels love the FREDERIC, tucking themselves into any nook or cranny, and the nooks are plentiful. The stern is particularly photogenic, covered in jewel anemones and dead man’s fingers, glowing vibrant oranges and purples even on a gloomier day. It’s a gentle dive, suited to anyone comfortable at 20 metres, and a fantastic spot for macro photography. Keep an eye out for dogfish patrolling the sand nearby.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
49.413000, -0.753000
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
20m

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 FREDERIC

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 FREDERIC

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