LUCISTON - Cornwall & Devon

Luciston sits off the coast, a proper chunk of history at just 10 metres. We love this wreck for its accessibility and the sheer volume of metal to explore. Sunk on Christmas Eve in 1917, this steamship is now home to an impressive collection of local marine life. Think schools of pollack flitting through the old superstructure, lobsters tucked into every crevice, and the occasional dogfish patrolling the sandy seabed nearby. It's a fantastic dive for those looking to get up close with a substantial wreck without the deeper technical demands. You can easily spend a full hour tracing the outline of the hull, peeking into the twin boilers, or simply watching the life unfold around the twisted plates. Visibility can be a bit variable, as it often is in these parts, but even on an average day, the sheer scale of Luciston makes for a rewarding dive. Best dived at slack water to avoid any significant current.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.800200, -1.302367
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
10m

Marine Protected Area: Calshot Marshes

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)

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Nearest Dive Centres to LUCISTON

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 LUCISTON

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