SALSETTE II
Protected Area
South of Portland
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) - SALSETTE II offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Salsette II is a big ship, sitting upright in around 43 metres of water, so it's one for those comfortable with deeper diving. She went down in 1917, and even after all these years, you can still make out the twin shafts and her six boilers. We often find the wreck draped in plumose anemones, and conger eels are a regular sight in the deeper sections. It’s a proper expedition dive, offering plenty to explore across her 134-meter length, especially when the visibility plays along.
Typical SALSETTE II 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 43m 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SALSETTE II
SALSETTE II Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SALSETTE II, 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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