LEON
Protected Area
Bonchurch Landslips
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) - LEON offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Leon, a steel steamship sunk in 1918, lies at a manageable 25 metres. We find her quite broken up, but there's still plenty to explore, especially if you enjoy piecing together a wreck's story from its scattered remains. The twin boilers are always a highlight, standing proud and covered in plumose anemones, while schools of pollack often swirl around the deeper sections of the hull. It's a decent dive for those with some wreck experience looking for a relaxed exploration rather than an intact ship. Just remember, Cornish waters can be a bit nippy, even in summer.
Typical LEON Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to LEON
Dive shops near LEON
In2 Diving
Sussex Diving & Leisure
Mulberry Marine Experiences CIC
Andark Diving
Abyss Scuba School
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for LEON
LEON Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for LEON, 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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