POINT LAW - Cornwall & Devon

Point Law is a real cracker of a wreck dive, especially if you’re into the industrial archaeology that underpins so much of British diving. We love that it’s still so intact, a testament to its sinking back in '75. Drop down and you're immediately struck by the sheer scale of the tanker. Seventy-five metres of ship, she lies pretty upright, broken only by where she hit the rocks. Our favourite part has to be the stern. You can really get a sense of the engine room here, even if penetration isn't really the game plan. Keep an eye out for the resident wrasse darting between the plates; they're incredibly bold. Shoals of bib often hang in the shadows too, a shimmering curtain against the corroded steel. The bridge area is also worth a look, though it’s more broken up now. We’d suggest diving this one on a slack tide, the currents around here can be surprisingly feisty. The visibility in summer can push to a decent 10-15 metres, which really makes exploring the hull a pleasure. It’s a proper dive for wreck enthusiasts who appreciate a bit of history with their rust.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
49.703033, -2.231500
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Gouliot Caves and Headland, Sark

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)

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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 POINT LAW

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