GLENART CASTLE
Protected Area
Lundy
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) - GLENART CASTLE offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Glenart Castle, a WWI hospital ship, sits upright at 50 metres, a sombre and impressive dive. We love this wreck for its sheer scale and how the sea has reclaimed it. Dropping down, the bow is often the first thing to loom out of the green, a huge structure draped in dead man's fingers and anemones. You’ll spend most of your bottom time exploring the deck and superstructure, which, despite the depth, remains remarkably intact in places. Look for gaping holds that hint at the ship’s past, now home to plump conger eels and squat lobsters. It’s a challenging dive, obviously, due to the depth and often variable visibility, but the rewards are substantial for experienced wreckies. We’d suggest saving this one for a calm day with minimal swell for the best experience. The atmosphere down there is something else, a real connection to history.
Typical GLENART CASTLE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 50m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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 GLENART CASTLE
GLENART CASTLE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for GLENART CASTLE, 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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