HMS ANNIE SMITH
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) - HMS ANNIE SMITH offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The HMS Annie Smith sits deep, down at 44 meters, making it a proper technical dive and one of our favourites for a solid deco schedule. She's a steam drifter, sunk in 1918 after a collision, and what we love about her is how intact she remains. You can still make out the bow, the stern, and even some of the deck machinery, all draped in a thick carpet of plumose anemones that sway gently in the current. The visibility here can be decent on a good day, but it’s still the English Channel, so prepare for that cooler, greener light. Exploring the Annie Smith feels like stepping back in time; we often find ourselves imagining the bustling deck before her final moments. Look out for conger eels peering from dark corners and the occasional monkfish camouflaged against the hull plates. This site is for experienced divers who appreciate historical wrecks and aren't afraid of a bit of depth and a proper decompression obligation. Go on a slack tide for the best chance to really explore the structure without fighting a push.
Typical HMS ANNIE SMITH 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 44m 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 HMS ANNIE SMITH
HMS ANNIE SMITH Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for HMS ANNIE SMITH, 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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