60m
    Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom
    Skerries Bank and Surrounds

    MURREE

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Protected Area

    Skerries Bank and Surrounds

    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) - MURREE offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded
    Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 60m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Murree, off the coast of Cornwall, is a proper expedition, not a quick dip. We’re talking a big, proper wreck dive for those who’ve put in the hours. At 152 metres long, this cargo ship is an absolute beast, sitting upright and largely intact. When you descend, the sheer scale of the Murree hits you first; she’s an imposing shadow emerging from the green-blue. The cargo holds are massive, open caverns, and we’ve spent entire dives just exploring one section. Our favourite part is the stern, where the prop shaft alley is still accessible, and the bridge area offers some great penetration for trained wreck divers. Even after all these years, the superstructure still has that industrial feel, though it’s softening now under a fuzz of anemones and dead man’s fingers. Look for the pollack patrolling the decks and the wrasse darting between the plates. This isn't a site for the faint of heart or the inexperienced; the depth means you need to be on your game, and the currents can pick up. Plan your dive, watch your bottom time, and be prepared for a truly immersive wreck experience.

    Typical MURREE Dive Profile

    15m30m45m60mSafety Stop0m60m max~15 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Maximum depth 60m 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.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MURREE

    MURREE Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for MURREE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)

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    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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