NORMANDY - Cornwall & Devon

The Normandy, off the coast of Cornwall, is a cracking dive for anyone who appreciates a bit of history with their exploration. We love how much of the hull is still intact, giving you a real sense of its former grandeur, even after more than a century on the seabed. As you descend, the light shifts, catching on the skeletal remains of the superstructure, now draped in dead man's fingers and colourful anemones. It’s a site that suits divers with a keen eye for detail and a love for atmosphere. Swim through the holds, where rays often shelter, or explore the bow section, a favourite haunt for conger eels peering from every crevice. Our tip: go on a slack tide, when the water is calmer and visibility at its best, typically around 10-15 metres. You’ll have more time to appreciate the sheer scale of the wreck, and spot the lobsters tucked into the nooks and crannies, a true Cornish classic.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
49.245000, -2.050556
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Jersey Coast

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 NORMANDY

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 NORMANDY

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