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P-555 (Wreck)

The P-555, a former Admiralty fuel barge, often gets overlooked for some of Cornwall’s more dramatic wrecks, but we think that's a mistake. We love its compact size and how well-preserved it is, sitting upright on a sandy seabed in just 13 metres of water. Dropping onto the deck, you’ll find yourself navigating through the superstructure, with schools of pollack swirling around the remaining winches and machinery. What makes the P-555 a standout for us is the sheer density of life that has colonised every available surface. Spider crabs clamber over encrusted metal, nudibranchs graze on hydroids, and we’ve often found small conger eels peeking out from darker recesses. It’s an ideal site for anyone looking to spend a full dive exploring every nook and cranny without worrying about extreme depth or challenging currents. Our favourite trick is to explore the interior spaces, which are surprisingly open and accessible, just remember to bring a good torch to really appreciate the colours of the anemones and jewel anemonies that carpet the internal walls.