HMS MICHAEL CLEMENTS - Cornwall & Devon

The HMS Michael Clements isn’t just another sunken trawler; she’s a proper time capsule, sitting upright and largely intact at 45 metres. We love how the visibility here, often 10-15 metres on a good day, lets you appreciate her full profile from bow to stern. It’s deep, so this is one for the experienced trimix crowd, but the rewards are there. Dropping down, the ship really starts to materialise through the green. You can still make out the forecastle, the bridge area, and that single boiler midships – a real focal point. Our favourite part is exploring the stern, where the prop shaft leads away into the gloom. Schools of whiting often shimmer around the superstructure, and we’ve seen some hefty conger eels peeking out from the darker corners of the holds. Look closely in the engine room for the triple-expansion engine, surprisingly well preserved. It’s a quiet, reflective dive, perfect for those who appreciate the history embedded in steel, far from the crowds. Go on a slack tide for the best chance to really soak it all in.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.358130, -1.484017
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
45m

Marine Protected Area: Wight-Barfleur Reef

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 MICHAEL CLEMENTS

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 MICHAEL CLEMENTS

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