MEDOC
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) - MEDOC offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Medoc, a steamship sunk in 1940 by German aircraft, lies upright at 52 metres near the Eddystone Lighthouse. She's a big girl, 72 metres long, and while the torpedo hit broke her back, there's still plenty to see in her structure. Penetration isn't really an option, but we love swimming along the decks, peeking into the cargo holds, and seeing the propeller. Look out for conger eels hiding in the darker recesses and the usual suspects of pollack and bib darting through the superstructure. This is a site for experienced divers comfortable with deeper wrecks and potential currents.
Typical MEDOC 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 MEDOC
Dive shops near MEDOC
Plymouth Diving Centre
Sound Diving Limited
Dive Looe
Viewpoint Diving Centre
Scuba 2000
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MEDOC
MEDOC Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MEDOC, 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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