SCALDIS
Protected Area
Littoral du Dorset et de l'est du Devon
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) - SCALDIS offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Scaldis isn't a showstopper, but it's a solid dive for those who appreciate a bit of mystery and a good wreck rummage. Sitting at 32 metres, this fishing vessel is fairly broken up, though you can still make out the general shape, particularly the engine room area. We've often found conger eels tucked into the collapsed sections, and schools of scad hover above the main debris field. Visibility can be hit or miss in Lyme Bay, so pick your day carefully, but when it’s good, it’s a peaceful, exploratory dive, best suited for experienced divers comfortable with deeper wrecks and potential low visibility.
Typical SCALDIS Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (32m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
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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Old Harbour Dive Centre
Dive Beyond Limited
Dive academy
Divers Down
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SCALDIS
SCALDIS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SCALDIS, 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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