IKEDA
Protected Area
Kingmere
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) - IKEDA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The IKEDA wreck sits upright at 25 metres, a proper big metal beast sunk by a German U-boat in 1918. She’s a huge vessel, over 120 metres long, which means you won’t see it all in one dive. Expect a fair amount of structural integrity still there, with plenty of entry points for those with the right training and gear; otherwise, just exploring the decks and superstructure offers loads to see. Conger eels are a common sight, tucked into nooks, and you’ll often find dogfish resting on the sand nearby. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and a bit of a current, often a good drift.
Typical IKEDA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for IKEDA
IKEDA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for IKEDA, 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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