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PELICAN

The Pelican, nestled off the Cornish coast, is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to. We’ve had some truly memorable dives here, often in conditions that felt more like an adventure than a leisurely drift. She was a French brig, sunk way back in 1796, and while two centuries of seabed have taken their toll, there’s still plenty of character to her bones. When the visibility is good, which for us tends to be on an incoming tide with minimal swell, you can make out the anchor and chain, often draped with dead man's fingers. Our favourite part is exploring the scattered timbers, home to some surprisingly large conger eels – we’ve seen a few heads the size of small logs peeking from the gloom. You’ll also spot plenty of spider crabs clambering over the fragments, and often a few inquisitive dogfish nosing around. It’s a site that rewards repeat visits and a keen eye, especially for history buffs who enjoy piecing together the past from scattered remains. Not one for the faint of heart on a choppy day, but brilliant for those who appreciate a bit of a challenge and a genuinely atmospheric dive.