HUMBER - Cornwall & Devon

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.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.630440, -5.063856
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Marine Protected Area: Broomhill Burrows

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 HUMBER

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 HUMBER

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