MCGREGOR
Protected Area
Rame Head
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) - MCGREGOR offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The *McGregor* is relatively new to the seabed, sinking in 2003 after a fire onboard. At 52 meters, it's a technical dive, but one we consistently rate for its character. We love how quickly this 20-meter sailing vessel has been claimed by the ocean. Drop down and you’ll find the mast still standing, often swaying gently in the current, creating a dramatic silhouette against the filtered light. The deck is starting to soften with anemones, and schools of pollack often spiral above the bow, curious about your bubbles. Take your time exploring the cabin structure; you can still make out the galley, and we've spotted conger eels tucked into what might have been the skipper's bunk. The lack of heavy fishing pressure here means the *McGregor* feels like a proper, undisturbed time capsule. It's a dive for those who appreciate the quiet evolution of a wreck, preferring atmosphere over sheer size.
Typical MCGREGOR 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 52m 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 MCGREGOR
Dive shops near MCGREGOR
Plymouth Diving Centre
Sound Diving Limited
Dive Looe
Viewpoint Diving Centre
Scuba 2000
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MCGREGOR
MCGREGOR Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MCGREGOR, 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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