SANDFLY (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Kelsey Head
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) - SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Sandfly, or what we strongly suspect is the Sandfly, sits at a very manageable 18 metres near Kelsey Head, making it a good target for those looking for a relaxed wreck dive in Cornwall. Built in 1898, this single-shaft steamship now forms a series of broken plates and ribs, home to plenty of wrasse and an occasional crab peering from under a collapsed bulkhead. We've often found conger eels tucked into the more sheltered sections, and if you’re lucky, you might even spot remnants of the mast, which was once visible from the surface. It’s not a huge wreck, but there’s enough here for a decent rummage, especially for divers keen on exploring a piece of local maritime history without battling strong currents.
Typical SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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 SANDFLY (POSSIBLY)
Dive shops near SANDFLY (POSSIBLY)
Dive Newquay
Wavecrest Scuba
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Seaways Diving
Harlyn Dive School
DiveUK
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SANDFLY (POSSIBLY)
SANDFLY (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SANDFLY (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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