MOSEL
Protected Area
Lizard 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) - MOSEL offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Mosel, off Bass Point, isn't a deep dive, sitting at around 11 metres, which makes it accessible for many. This steamship met its end in 1882 while heading to New York, and it's quite spread out now, a testament to the years it's spent on the seabed. We often find conger eels tucked into the twisted metal, and the general structure provides plenty of nooks for crabs and smaller fish. It's a good wreck for getting a feel for history without the pressure of depth or strong currents, a decent afternoon dive if you're in the area.
Typical MOSEL 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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to MOSEL
Dive shops near MOSEL
Porthkerris Divers
DiveUK
Seaways Diving
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Wavecrest Scuba
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MOSEL
MOSEL Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for MOSEL, 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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