OIEKAST (PROBABLY) - Cornwall & Devon

Oiekast (Probably), now that's a dive that sticks with you, a proper historical jaunt off the Cornish coast. We love a wreck with a story, and this steamship, built in 1908 and sunk by a U-boat in 1918, certainly delivers on that front. Dropping down to 60 metres, you hit the bow first, and it's a wonderfully intact sight. You can trace the deck line back to the midships, where the triple expansion engine sits exposed, a powerful silhouette against the gloom. The visibility here can swing wildly, but on a good day, the light penetration really highlights the superstructure, all draped in dead man’s fingers and bright anemones. Keep an eye out for resident conger eels, they're often peeking from behind twisted metal plates. We’d suggest a calm weather window for this one, as the currents can pick up. It’s a deep dive, demanding good experience, but for those with the training, it’s a tangible piece of history you can truly explore.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.088882, -1.852833
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
60m

Marine Protected Area: West of Wight-Barfleur

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 OIEKAST (PROBABLY)

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 OIEKAST (PROBABLY)

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