wreck

59m

Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom

Skomer, Skokholm and the Seas off Pembrokeshire / Sgomer, Sgogwm a Moroedd Penfro

PIKEPOOL (PROBABLY)

Best months: Jul–Sep

Protected Area

Skomer, Skokholm and the Seas off Pembrokeshire / Sgomer, Sgogwm a Moroedd Penfro

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) - PIKEPOOL (PROBABLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeJul–Sep

WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded

Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterWreck dive · max 59m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

PIKEPOOL (PROBABLY) is a fantastic deep wreck for experienced divers, a proper expedition down to 59 metres. We love the sheer scale of the thing. She’s a big steamer, 105 metres long, and lies relatively intact considering her age and depth. Dropping down, you’ll start to pick out the massive boilers and the triple expansion engine, still remarkably identifiable. The fun really starts as you navigate the main deck, often surrounded by schools of pouting, so thick they almost obscure the superstructure. Look out for conger eels tucked into every dark crevice, their heads poking out with a wary glance. We’d suggest bringing a good torch – not just for penetration, but to really highlight the colours of the jewel anemones that carpet sections of the wreck, a surprising pop of orange and pink in the gloom. It’s a serious dive, so excellent buoyancy and gas planning are non-negotiable. Don't rush it; there's a lot to see if you take your time.