POMERANIAN - Cornwall & Devon

The Pomeranian, a substantial steamship, sits at 32 metres, a proper challenge for any diver in UK waters. We’ve always been drawn to wrecks with a bit of history, and this one, originally the Grecian Monarch, sunk in 1918, certainly delivers. Dropping down, the sheer scale of the ship begins to reveal itself, the bow section is particularly impressive, rising from the seabed. You can often make out the anchor chains snaking away, disappearing into the murk. We love exploring the huge triple-expansion engine, it’s a colossal piece of machinery, now home to crabs and lobsters tucked into every crevice. Visibility can be a bit of a lottery, as it often is in Cornwall, but on a good day, the light filters through, illuminating schools of pollock that swirl around the superstructure. This isn't a dive for the faint-hearted; currents can be robust, but for those who appreciate significant historical wrecks and the resilience of marine life, it’s a rewarding trip. Our advice: pick your weather window carefully and go with a dive centre that knows the site well.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.559784, -2.689533
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
32m

Marine Protected Area: Littoral du Dorset et de l'est du Devon

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)

Nearby Dive Sites in Cornwall & Devon

Nearest Dive Centres to POMERANIAN

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 POMERANIAN

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