INDIANA - Cornwall & Devon

The INDIANA, just off the coast of Cornwall, is one of those wrecks that just keeps giving. At a maximum depth of 5m, it’s a brilliant shallow dive and our favourite for a relaxed afternoon exploring history. She was a steamship, built in 1899, that went down in 1901. You can still make out the two boilers and the triple-expansion engine, lying scattered across the seabed. It’s an ideal spot for newer wreck divers or those looking to spend a good hour underwater without deep decompression worries. We love the way the light filters through the shallow water here; it really illuminates the wreck’s details. You'll often find schools of pollack darting through the skeletal remains, and dogfish tucked into crevices. The wreck has become a home for all sorts of local critters, with anemones clinging to the metalwork. Try to hit it on a calm day with good sun, and you'll get the best visibility. It’s an easy entry from a boat, and honestly, we think it’s a site that tells a fantastic story without needing to go deep.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.784400, -0.372080
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Marine Protected Area: Adur Estuary

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)

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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 INDIANA

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