MYRTLEGROVE (PROBABLY) - Cornwall & Devon

The *Myrtlegrove* wreck, what we assume is the *Myrtlegrove*, feels like a proper deep dive adventure off the Cornish coast. Dropping to 40 metres, you hit the bow first, often in a decent current, which makes the descent a bit of a thrill. We love exploring the stern section; the triple expansion engine is still mostly intact, and the two massive boilers really dominate the midships. The hold is open in places, letting you peer into the darkness, but we usually stick to the exterior, tracing the deck plates. It’s a wreck that demands respect for its depth, but the reward is a genuinely atmospheric dive. Conger eels are a common sight, often peeking out from behind the plates, and the resident pollack will cruise past, eyeing you up. We'd suggest hitting this one on a slack tide, if possible, to really take your time around the stern. It's a diver's wreck, plain and simple, a real journey into maritime history.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.520897, -1.627802
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
40m

Marine Protected Area: Albert Field

Best Time to Dive in Cornwall & Devon

The warmest water temperatures in Cornwall & Devon occur in January, averaging 9.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 9.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 9.6°C (air: 7.3°C)
  • February: 9.6°C (air: 8.4°C)
  • March: 9.6°C (air: 8.6°C)
  • April: 9.6°C (air: 10.1°C)
  • May: 9.6°C (air: 12.6°C)
  • June: 9.6°C (air: 15.2°C)
  • July: 9.6°C (air: 16.6°C)
  • August: 9.6°C (air: 17.1°C)
  • September: 9.6°C (air: 15.9°C)
  • October: 9.6°C (air: 13.5°C)
  • November: 9.6°C (air: 10.7°C)
  • December: 9.6°C (air: 8.7°C)

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Marine Life in Cornwall & Devon

Home to 192 recorded species including 93 reef fish, 18 sharks & rays, 13 whales & dolphins, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for MYRTLEGROVE (PROBABLY)

Based on average water temperature of 9.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 10°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories