HUMBER

Best months: Jul–Sep

Protected Area

Broomhill Burrows

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) - HUMBER offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeJul–Sep

WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded

Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterWreck dive · max 5m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

The Humber is a cracking shore dive, one we really rate for its sheer accessibility and surprising character. It’s sitting in just 5 metres of water, so it’s a perfect option when the weather’s a bit lively and the boats are stuck in port. You’re heading into a proper soup bowl, often with a decent surge that pushes you gently over the remains of the steamship. The wreck itself, what’s left of her after stranding in 1889, is spread across the seabed. You’ll find plates, ribs, and machinery parts, all completely colonised by the local life. We’ve spent ages here just picking through the debris, spotting colourful jewel anemones clinging to every surface. Look for the spider crabs tucked into crevices and the blennies darting between the rusty metalwork. It’s not a dramatic upright wreck, but it’s a fantastic opportunity for an easy exploration, particularly for newer divers or for a relaxed second dive. We’d suggest going at high tide; it gives you a bit more water over the top and helps with buoyancy control. Don't expect huge fish, but the macro life is delightful.