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HMS CROCODILE

HMS Crocodile, well, you’re not really diving a wreck, more exploring an archaeological site. At just 3m, it’s a perfect shore dive for anyone who loves history and doesn't mind a bit of a scramble to get in. We love it because even though it’s smashed up, it’s still undeniably a ship. You’ll find ribs sticking up like skeletal fingers from the seabed, sometimes a big anchor, and always plenty of cannonballs scattered around. The beauty of Crocodile is in the details, the stories these fragmented timbers tell. Look closely and you’ll spot small crabs scuttling between the ballast stones, and blennies peeking out from under iron fragments. It’s not about big fish or colourful corals; it’s about touching a piece of 18th-century naval history, imagining the fog that brought her down on Prawle Point. Our favourite time to dive it is on a calm, sunny day with good visibility after a spring tide has moved some sand around. It’s a gentle exploration, a mindful dive, and surprisingly rewarding for its shallow depth. Just watch your footing on the entry.