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N VERBERCKMOES (POSSIBLY)

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.