SMYRNA
Protected Area
Wight-Barfleur Reef
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) - SMYRNA offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the Smyrna is like stepping back into a different era of shipping. This iron-hulled sailing vessel, which went down after a collision in 1888, now lies at 50 metres, making it one for experienced wreck divers comfortable with deeper profiles. The sheer size of her, 70 metres long, gives you plenty to explore, with much of the structure still intact. We’ve found conger eels tucked into the deeper recesses and often spot schools of pollock darting through the broken decks, a real sign of how the ocean has reclaimed her. It’s a proper dive, dark and often a bit silty, but rewarding for those who appreciate maritime history and the hardy life that thrives on these deeper wrecks.
Typical SMYRNA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 50m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SMYRNA
SMYRNA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SMYRNA, 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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