MAJORCA
Protected Area
East of Start Point
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) - MAJORCA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Majorca, originally the Ida, offers a deep dive off the coast of Cornwall, a carrier vessel that went down in 1982. She sits upright at 54 metres, reasonably intact for a wreck of her age and depth. We’ve found her bridge section and superstructure are the most interesting parts, now well-covered in anemones and dead man’s fingers. Look for conger eels tucked into the darker recesses, and sometimes you’ll spot a dogfish cruising over the deck. This is a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts comfortable with deeper profiles and the often-variable visibility of the area.
Typical MAJORCA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 54m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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 MAJORCA
Dive shops near MAJORCA
Edge Watersports
Teign Diving Centre
Dive Beyond Limited
Old Harbour Dive Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MAJORCA
MAJORCA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MAJORCA, 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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