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INDIANA

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.