HMS EVELINE - Cornwall & Devon

The HMS Eveline, a minesweeper sunk in a collision back in 1942, sits in a shallower spot than many wrecks we visit around the UK. We really like it for that accessibility. You can spend a good long time down there, really poking around without having to rush your deco. The wreck itself is pretty broken up, a bit of a scattered affair on the seabed, but that just means more nooks and crannies for the resident wrasse and conger eels to call home. Visibility here can be a bit variable, but on a good day, the light filtering down through the green water gives it a properly atmospheric feel. We’ve found the stern section is always worth a close look, often covered in dead man’s fingers and jewel anemones. It’s a great site for photographers who enjoy the challenge of a slightly moodier wreck, and for those who appreciate the history beneath the waves. Definitely one of our favourites for a relaxed dive in the area.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.706820, -5.018307
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Milford Haven Waterway

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 EVELINE

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 EVELINE

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