SOUTH WESTERN
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) - SOUTH WESTERN offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the South Western, you’re hitting a piece of history. This old steamship, sunk back in 1918, lies at 34 metres and is a proper exploration dive. The hull is still pretty intact, especially the stern section, and you can still make out the single boiler and parts of the triple expansion engine. We’ve found conger eels tucked into the deeper recesses and plenty of wrasse darting around the superstructure. It’s a good deep wreck for those comfortable with the depth and the often cooler UK water. Best to hit it on slack water, otherwise, the current can make things a bit challenging.
Typical SOUTH WESTERN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (34m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced 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.
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TAL Scuba Ltd.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SOUTH WESTERN
SOUTH WESTERN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SOUTH WESTERN, 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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