ISLAND MAID - Cornwall & Devon

The *Island Maid* isn't a dive you're going to get deep on, but what it lacks in depth it makes up for in character. This old sailing vessel, built way back in 1865, came to rest here off Cape Cornwall after a cargo shift sent her to port. We’re talking about a wreck that’s been on the seabed since 1911, and time has given it a beautiful, encrusted patina. We love exploring the scattered remains; the timbers are still visible in places, draped in kelp and anemones. It's an easy dive, perfect for a long snorkel or a shallow dip when the light is good. Look closely and you'll spot wrasse darting between the frames and crabs scuttling under bits of twisted metal. It’s a gentle introduction to wreck diving, where the history feels tangible, and the marine life has well and truly made itself at home. Our favourite time to visit is on a calm, sunny day when the visibility really picks up.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.563217, -4.936550
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
1m

Marine Protected Area: Trebetherick Point

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 ISLAND MAID

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 ISLAND MAID

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