26m
    Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom
    St Gothian Sands

    PRIMO ?

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Protected Area

    St Gothian Sands

    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) - PRIMO ? 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 26m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Primo, what a wreck. This old steamship, sunk back in 1918, isn't one of those pristine, upright behemoths. Instead, you'll find her well-broken, spread out across the seabed at 26 metres. We love how the sheer force of the years has sculpted her, transforming her hull plates into twisted, metal abstract art. It’s a proper rummage, a fascinating hunt for recognisable features amongst the debris. We’d suggest heading out on a neap tide for the best conditions, as currents can pick up. Look for the triple expansion engine, it’s often the most intact section and a great focal point. The hold sections are largely collapsed but still offer some overhead exploration for suitably experienced divers. You’ll spend your time here exploring the scattered pieces, spotting conger eels lurking in shadowed corners and colourful jewel anemones clinging to every surface. This is a dive for those who appreciate history and enjoy piecing together a story from the scattered fragments beneath the waves.

    Typical PRIMO ? Dive Profile

    10m20m30mSafety Stop0m26m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 26m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    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 PRIMO ?

    PRIMO ? Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for PRIMO ?, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)

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    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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