Shag Stone
Protected Area
Wembury Point
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) - Shag Stone offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest reef diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Shag Stone, off the coast of Cornwall, is a cracking spot for a relaxed dive, especially if you’re new to the cool waters of the UK. At a maximum depth of 14 metres, it's a calm introduction to temperate diving. We often find playful dogfish tucked into crevices and occasionally a curious grey seal pops by to say hello. It's a solid choice for shaking off the rust or just enjoying a gentle potter about the seabed.
Typical Shag Stone Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Shag Stone
Dive shops near Shag Stone
Sound Diving Limited
Plymouth Diving Centre
Dive Looe
Scuba 2000
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Shag Stone
Shag Stone Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Shag Stone, 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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