SARLA (POSSIBLY)
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 (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Sarla, a fishing vessel that went down in 1977, now rests at 46 metres off the Cornwall and Devon coast. It’s a good, solid wreck dive for those comfortable with deeper profiles and the generally chillier, darker conditions of UK waters. We found the stern section relatively intact, offering some interesting penetration points for suitably qualified divers, though always exercise caution. You'll likely spot conger eels in the deeper crevices and plenty of wrasse darting around the superstructure, which is now well-colonised by plumose anemones. It's not a dive for the absolute beginner, but for experienced wreck enthusiasts, it offers a decent rummage.
Typical SARLA (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 46m 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 (POSSIBLY)
SARLA (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SARLA (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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