N VERBERCKMOES (POSSIBLY) - Cornwall & Devon

The N Verberckmoes, even with that "possibly" tacked on, is a seriously rewarding dive if you’re into proper wreck exploration off Cornwall. Dropping to 41 metres, it’s a dark water dive, no doubt, but that just adds to the atmosphere. We’ve always found a real sense of history here, the way the deck plates have collapsed, revealing the engine room and the two huge boilers – you can still make out the triple expansion engine. You'll fin through schools of pollack swirling above the superstructure, and if you bring a good torch, you'll spot conger eels tucked into every nook and cranny. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the skeletal beauty of a sunken steamship, and for divers comfortable with deeper, darker conditions. We always recommend hitting this one on a slack tide; the currents can be quite frisky otherwise, making for a much less enjoyable rummage around. It's a proper British wreck, rich in character, and a favourite for a reason.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.789333, -4.779234
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
41m

Marine Protected Area: Bristol Channel Approaches / Dynesfeydd Môr Hafren

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)

Nearby Dive Sites in Cornwall & Devon

Nearest Dive Centres to N VERBERCKMOES (POSSIBLY)

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 N VERBERCKMOES (POSSIBLY)

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