HMS EVADNE (POSSIBLY) - Cornwall & Devon

The HMS Evadne, or what we strongly suspect is her, offers a real punch for a relatively shallow Cornish wreck. Dropping down to 25 metres, you hit the bow first, often into a mild current that pushes you gently along the deck. The wreck itself is pretty broken up, a testament to her age and the sea’s relentless work since 1917, but that just means more nooks and crannies for life to hide in. We love finning over the boiler, which is still impressively intact, and poking around the triple expansion engine. You’ll often find conger eels peering out from gaps, and crabs scuttling over plates of rusted metal. For us, this wreck is less about a perfect outline and more about the historical weight and the life it now supports. It’s a site that rewards a slow exploration, letting your eyes adjust to the details. We’d suggest bringing a good torch, even on a bright day, to really make out the structure and the shy residents within. It’s a great dive for anyone comfortable with a bit of current and keen on seeing history reclaimed by the sea.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.562750, -0.721183
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
25m

Marine Protected Area: Offshore Overfalls

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 HMS EVADNE (POSSIBLY)

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 HMS EVADNE (POSSIBLY)

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