HUGIN
Protected Area
Kelsey Head
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - HUGIN offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Hugin, a steamship that sank back in 1918, lies at a comfortable 35 metres, making it a good target for divers with some experience in UK waters. We’ve always found it’s a site that rewards a bit of patience. The wreck itself is reasonably intact for its age, a decent size at nearly 80 metres long, with the boiler still a prominent feature to navigate around. You'll find the usual suspects here – plenty of conger eels tucked into the dark corners and big bib schooling around the structure. It’s a solid dive for those who appreciate a bit of history and don't mind the deeper, cooler water.
Typical HUGIN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (35m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to HUGIN
Dive shops near HUGIN
Dive Newquay
Wavecrest Scuba
Harlyn Dive School
Scuba 2000
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for HUGIN
HUGIN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for HUGIN, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
17°C
62°F · Range: 15.1–17.5°C
Air Temperature
13°C
56°F
Wind Speed
8.14 m/s
15.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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