LENY (POSSIBLY) - Cornwall & Devon

The Leny, or what we think is the Leny, sits upright in the sandy shallows off the Cornish coast, making it a fantastic dive for those looking to explore a piece of history without the usual depth challenges. We love how accessible this wreck is, maxing out at a comfortable 15 metres, which means longer bottom times and a more relaxed pace. You can spend a good hour poking around her structure, watching the light play through the remains of the wheelhouse and engine room. What really makes the Leny special for us isn't just her intact hull, but the way marine life has utterly embraced her. Shoals of bib and pouting flit through the interior, while dogfish often lie camouflaged on the sand nearby. We've even spotted a few impressive conger eels peeking out from behind plating near the stern. The visibility here can be hit-or-miss, so we always suggest checking local conditions before heading out. Our favourite time to dive her is on a slack tide, when you can really take your time and appreciate the details, from the exposed rivets to the anemones blooming on every surface. It's a proper British wreck dive, full of character and life, perfect for divers who appreciate history and don't mind a bit of a green hue to their exploration.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.646664, -1.876750
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
15m

Marine Protected Area: Poole Rocks

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 LENY (POSSIBLY)

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 LENY (POSSIBLY)

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