SCHIEDAM
Protected Area
Baulk Head to Mullion
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) - SCHIEDAM offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Diving the Schiedam is a real trip back in time, especially given its history as a captured Dutch flyboat that ran aground during a storm. At 12 metres, it’s a good depth for extended bottom times, and what’s left of the wreck really merges with the rocky seabed. You’ll spend your dive poking around hull timbers scattered amongst the rocks, often finding conger eels tucked into crevices and plenty of wrasse darting in and out. It's a dive that rewards patience and a keen eye, perfect for divers who appreciate history and the slow reclamation of the sea.
Typical SCHIEDAM 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 SCHIEDAM
Dive shops near SCHIEDAM
Porthkerris Divers
Seaways Diving
DiveUK
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Wavecrest Scuba
Dive Newquay
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SCHIEDAM
SCHIEDAM Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SCHIEDAM, 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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