MIOWN
Protected Area
Shoreham Beach
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) - MIOWN offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The MIOWN, a steamship that went down in 1914, sits in only six metres of water off the Cornwall and Devon coast. It’s an approachable wreck, perfect for divers looking for a leisurely potter around history. Much of the wreck is broken up, scattered across the seabed, but you can still make out sections of the hull and machinery, now colonised by colourful anemones and dead man’s fingers. Schools of juvenile pollack often weave through the structure, and if you look closely, you might spot blennies peeking from crevices. We think it's a great second dive, or a relaxed option when the weather keeps you closer to shore.
Typical MIOWN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MIOWN
MIOWN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MIOWN, 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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