SOLGLIMT
Protected Area
Les Ecrehous
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) - SOLGLIMT offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Solglimt, a steamship, rests at just 8 meters, making it a good, shallow wreck dive in the UK. We’ve found her to be quite broken up, but you can still pick out sections of hull and machinery. Visibility can be a bit of a lottery here, but on a good day, you'll spot plenty of wrasse darting between the metalwork and the occasional dogfish tucked away. It's a site that suits newer wreck divers or those looking for a more relaxed potter around history. Just keep an eye on the local tides; currents can pick up.
Typical SOLGLIMT 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SOLGLIMT
SOLGLIMT Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SOLGLIMT, 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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