GLENBERVIE - Cornwall & Devon

The Glenbervie is pure Cornwall magic, a classic deep wreck that gives you a proper dive even when the weather isn’t playing ball. We love that it’s usually sheltered, so you can often get on it when other sites are blown out. Dropping onto her, you’ll find a solid piece of history sitting upright at around 30 metres. The bow is usually the most intact section, a great spot to hover and watch the conger eels peeking out of every crevice. We always find the stern more broken, but that just means more nooks for lobsters and crabs. Visibility here can be a bit of a lottery – sometimes you’ll get 15 metres, other days it’s closer to five, a real pea-souper. Either way, the wreck’s structure is enough to keep you occupied, tracing the lines of her ribs and decking, imagining her last moments. Best for those comfortable with deeper dives and a bit of current, it’s a site that rewards repeat visits as the light and conditions change.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.034150, -5.067133
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: The Manacles

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 GLENBERVIE

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 GLENBERVIE

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