Lake Edon
Protected Area
Newquay and the Gannel
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) - Lake Edon offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Lake Edon, tucked away in Cornwall, isn't your typical UK dive. It’s a flooded quarry, reaching a decent 38 metres, making it a good spot for some deeper training or just getting your buoyancy dialled in without the fuss of tides. The visibility varies, as it always does in these inland sites, but on a good day, you can make out the training platforms and the odd submerged tree quite clearly. We find it’s a solid choice for intermediate divers looking for a controlled environment to practise skills, or for those shaking off the rust after a break. Don't expect tropical colours, but it’s an honest, useful dive.
Typical Lake Edon Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (38m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Lake Edon
Dive shops near Lake Edon
Dive Newquay
Wavecrest Scuba
Harlyn Dive School
Scuba 2000
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Lake Edon
Lake Edon Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Lake Edon, 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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