SEA CLOUD
Protected Area
The Manacles
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) - SEA CLOUD offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Sea Cloud, a fishing vessel that went down off Porthoustock in '75, now sits upright at a modest 10 metres. It’s an ideal, shallow wreck dive, especially good for those newer to wreck diving or looking for a relaxed bimble. What you’ll find here is a hull well-colonised by plumose anemones and dead man's fingers, creating a textured landscape for crabs and small gobies to hide amongst. We’ve seen conger eels tucked into the deeper sections, and the open deck offers easy penetration for a quick look inside the wheelhouse if conditions allow. It's a proper little Cornish wreck, easy to navigate and full of character.
Typical SEA CLOUD 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to SEA CLOUD
Dive shops near SEA CLOUD
Porthkerris Divers
DiveUK
Seaways Diving
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Viewpoint Diving Centre
Wavecrest Scuba
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SEA CLOUD
SEA CLOUD Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SEA CLOUD, 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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