SECIL JAPAN (STERN SECTION)
Protected Area
Godrevy to Portreath
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) - SECIL JAPAN (STERN SECTION) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Secil Japan’s stern section, resting at just one meter, is a brilliant shore dive for those looking for a different kind of wreck experience. We love how accessible it is, making it perfect for an extended snorkel or a super shallow dive when you’re just keen to get in the water. You’ll find the propeller shaft, rudder, and parts of the deck machinery, all encrusted with dense plumose anemones and dead man’s fingers. Look closely in the nooks and crannies for blennies and small crabs, and we’ve often spotted juvenile pollack darting through the structure. It’s an ideal site for macro photography, especially on a sunny day when the light penetrates right down and brings out the colours of the anemones. While it’s not a deep penetration dive, the sheer amount of life that has colonised the shallows of this wreck makes it fascinating.
Typical SECIL JAPAN (STERN SECTION) 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 SECIL JAPAN (STERN SECTION)
Dive shops near SECIL JAPAN (STERN SECTION)
Seaways Diving
Wavecrest Scuba
DiveUK
Dive Newquay
Porthkerris Divers
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SECIL JAPAN (STERN SECTION)
SECIL JAPAN (STERN SECTION) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SECIL JAPAN (STERN SECTION), 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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