SARLA
Protected Area
Lundy
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) - SARLA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The SARLA, a trawler that went down stern-first after an engine room fire in 1978, sits upright at 48 meters, making it a solid pick for experienced wreck divers comfortable with deeper profiles. She’s a decent size, and you can spend a good chunk of your bottom time exploring the deck and superstructure, which are now completely covered in plumose anemones. Look closely, and you’ll often spot conger eels tucked into any dark space and plenty of bib darting around the collapsing hull. It's a proper British wreck dive, dark and atmospheric, best tackled on a calm day with minimal swell for a comfortable descent and ascent.
Typical SARLA 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 48m 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 SARLA
SARLA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SARLA, 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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