PRIMO ? - Cornwall & Devon

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.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.289482, -5.464933
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
26m

Marine Protected Area: St Gothian Sands

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 PRIMO ?

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