SIRACUSA
Protected Area
Newquay and the Gannel
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) - SIRACUSA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Siracusa, an iron steamship sunk off the Lizard in 1897, offers a proper wreck dive for those comfortable with a bit of depth. At 27 metres, she’s well-colonised now, with plenty of plumose anemones swaying on her plates. We often find conger eels tucked into the darker recesses, and crabs scuttling over the debris. It’s a site for divers who appreciate history and don't mind the often-moody visibility that comes with diving in this part of the world. Expect a good rummage around an honest old steamship.
Typical SIRACUSA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to SIRACUSA
Dive shops near SIRACUSA
Dive Newquay
Wavecrest Scuba
Harlyn Dive School
Scuba 2000
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Viewpoint Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SIRACUSA
SIRACUSA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SIRACUSA, 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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