PERRA
Protected Area
West of Wight-Barfleur
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) - PERRA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Perra is a steamship with a bit of a story, sunk by a German submarine back in 1916. Lying at 60 metres, this is definitely one for the experienced tech divers, well outside recreational limits. You’ll find her around 15 miles north of the Casquets, a journey from Bilbao to Calais cut short. While the wreck itself is showing its age, the structure provides plenty of nooks and crannies for resident conger eels and lobsters. Visibility here can be a bit of a gamble, but on a good day, the low light penetration gives the whole site a rather atmospheric feel.
Typical PERRA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 60m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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 PERRA
PERRA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for PERRA, 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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