LE NORD

Best months: Jul–Sep

Protected Area

Gouliot Caves and Headland, Sark

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) - LE NORD offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeJul–Sep

WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded

Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterWreck dive · max 4m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Le Nord, for us, is a total charmer, a proper shallow wreck that often gets overlooked. Dropping down onto her at just four metres, you’re straight into the action. She’s not some grand, intact vessel, mind you, but more of a scattered jigsaw puzzle of a steamship, lost way back in 1904. We love how the sea has truly reclaimed her. What you'll find here is a jumble of twisted metal and plates, all softened by the kelp and an explosion of jewel anemones. The light filters through the green water beautifully, making everything glow a bit. Keep your eyes peeled amongst the wreckage for the resident wrasse and pollock darting about. It’s an ideal spot for a long, relaxed dive, especially if you're into photography or just fancy pottering around a piece of history without the pressure of depth. Our favourite way to dive Le Nord is on a calm, sunny day when visibility is decent – the colours really pop then.