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NURNBERG

The Nurnberg sits deep off the Cornish coast, a serious dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts. This isn't a casual peek. We're talking 59 metres to the deck, meaning diligent gas planning is key. The light cruiser lies largely intact, a testament to her robust German engineering, despite being sunk as a target in 1922. Descending onto her massive hull, you get a real sense of scale. She’s 151 metres long, a huge dark shape emerging from the blue. Our favourite part has to be exploring the gun turrets, still largely in place, draped in dead man's fingers and anemones. Look for conger eels lurking in the deeper recesses of the superstructure. Visibility here can be excellent on a good day, but it’s still a deep, dark dive, so good lights are non-negotiable. You’ll feel the cold, even in a drysuit, so decent thermal protection is a must. This wreck gives a powerful insight into naval history and the sheer destructive force she once represented, now a silent home to critters.