ROSTEN (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
East of Start Point
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) - ROSTEN (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the Rosten, you're immediately struck by its presence on the seabed at 53 metres. This old steamship, sunk in 1942, sits mostly intact, offering a decent exploration for technical divers. The triple expansion engine is a highlight, and we've often seen conger eels peering from dark recesses within the superstructure. Though deep, the wreck's fairly compact 57-metre length means you can get a good feel for it on a single dive, making it a solid pick for those looking to expand their deep wreck experience in UK waters. Just be prepared for potential currents; the Atlantic doesn't always play nice.
Typical ROSTEN (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 53m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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.
Nearest Dive Centres to ROSTEN (POSSIBLY)
Dive shops near ROSTEN (POSSIBLY)
Edge Watersports
Teign Diving Centre
Dive Beyond Limited
Old Harbour Dive Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ROSTEN (POSSIBLY)
ROSTEN (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ROSTEN (POSSIBLY), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (50.44, -2.73) (3km away)
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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