MARANA (BOW SECTION) - Cornwall & Devon

The Marana’s bow section is, for us, one of Cornwall’s more evocative shore dives. It sits right in the intertidal zone, so you’re diving it at high tide, maybe an hour either side of the peak. We love how accessible it is; you just wade in and the bow starts to emerge from the sand. You’ll find ribs and plating spread across the rocky seabed, with kelp swaying over the metalwork. This isn’t about huge pelagics, it’s about the smaller, often overlooked creatures. Look for blennies peeking out from under the steel plates, and tiny crabs scuttling amongst the rocks. The light here is often dappled, filtering through the surface, creating a really serene atmosphere. It’s perfect for macro photography, or just a really relaxed potter. Our favourite time to dive it is on a calm, sunny day; the visibility really opens up and the light plays beautifully off the wreckage. Just remember to check those tide tables.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.220875, -3.643407
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
1m

Marine Protected Area: Skerries Bank and Surrounds

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 MARANA (BOW SECTION)

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 MARANA (BOW SECTION)

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