HMS TORMENTOR - Cornwall & Devon

The HMS Tormentor, an R-class destroyer from 1917, now rests off the South Wales coast after sinking under tow in 1929. We find this wreck a genuinely atmospheric dive, particularly on a day with good visibility when the stern section looms into view. You drop onto the main deck, where the outline of her guns is still discernible, encrusted with dead man’s fingers and hydroids. Look for conger eels tucked into the collapsed sections of the hull, and schools of pollock often mill about the superstructure. The bow area is quite broken up, but the midships and stern offer more structure to explore. We’d suggest focusing on the stern for the most intact sections and marine life. It’s a site that rewards multiple dives, letting you piece together her story each time. This is a solid wreck dive for those comfortable with temperate waters and a bit of current.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.635440, -4.784440
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Freshwater East Cliffs To Skrinkle Haven

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 TORMENTOR

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 TORMENTOR

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