HERMOD - Cornwall & Devon

The Hermod is a quirky little wreck, ideal for anyone looking to potter about in shallow water. It’s a steamship, and what’s left of her is spread across a sandy seabed at about five meters. We love this site for a relaxed second dive or for newer divers getting comfortable with wreck diving without the pressure of depth. You’ll find sections of the hull and superstructure scattered, creating some excellent little hideouts for conger eels and squat lobsters. Spend some time peering into the nooks and crannies. The metalwork is completely encrusted with plumose anemones, their white tentacles swaying gently with the surge. It’s a bright dive, even on a cloudy day, with plenty of light filtering down. We'd suggest going at slack water to really make the most of rummaging through the debris field; otherwise, the visibility can drop quite quickly with the current. It’s not a grand, intact wreck, but it has a charm all its own, perfect for an hour of exploration.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
49.717632, -1.307033
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

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)

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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 HERMOD

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