wreck

Log This Dive

JERSEY QUEEN (POSSIBLY)

The Jersey Queen, resting deep at 56 metres, isn't for the faint of heart, but for technical divers, she’s a genuinely standout dive off the Cornish coast. We love the mystery surrounding her - a steamship sunk by a mine in 1940, now a dark, imposing shape on the seabed. Dropping down, the water often has that classic Atlantic chill and murk, but that just adds to the atmosphere as her bow slowly materialises. We’ve spent hours exploring the midships, where the mine damage is still evident. Twisted metal and collapsed decks give way to cavernous holds, now home to plump conger eels. Look out for the resident ling, too, often lurking in the darker corners. Our favourite part has to be the stern, still relatively intact, with the prop shaft leading into the gloom. The low visibility on most dives here means keeping a tight line and really paying attention, but it also creates an incredible sense of exploration. This site suits experienced tech divers comfortable with deco, those who appreciate a wreck with a story and a real sense of history.