NORTHFIELD (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Welcombe
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) - NORTHFIELD (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Northfield, a steamship that went down in 1918, is one of those wrecks that just keeps giving. We love that it’s still very much a ship, not just a pile of plates. You drop onto the stern, which is surprisingly intact, and then follow the hull forward. The two huge boilers are a real highlight, sitting upright and completely encrusted with plumose anemones – they really glow under a torch. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and don't mind a bit of a rummage. We've seen conger eels snaking through the collapsed midships and lobsters tucked into every crevice. Visibility here can be a bit variable, typical for the Channel, so pick your day. Slack water is key for a relaxed dive, otherwise, you'll be working against a decent push. The depth of 23m means it’s accessible to most PADI Advanced Open Water divers, but we'd suggest bringing a bit of wreck experience for the best enjoyment.
Typical NORTHFIELD (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
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 NORTHFIELD (POSSIBLY)
NORTHFIELD (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for NORTHFIELD (POSSIBLY), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
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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