SOUTHOVER SCORPIO
Protected Area
Carricknath Point to Porthbean Beach
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) - SOUTHOVER SCORPIO offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Southover Scorpio, an old fishing vessel sunk in 1997, sits upright in just 7 metres of water, making it a great little dive for less experienced divers or those looking for a longer bottom time. At only 11.3 metres long, you can take your time exploring the wheelhouse and deck, which are now completely covered in plumose anemones and dead man’s fingers. Look closely in the nooks and crannies for squat lobsters and blennies peeking out. It's a proper British wreck dive, full of character and a surprising amount of life for its size.
Typical SOUTHOVER SCORPIO 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to SOUTHOVER SCORPIO
Dive shops near SOUTHOVER SCORPIO
DiveUK
Seaways Diving
Porthkerris Divers
Karleyth Diving Ltd.
Viewpoint Diving Centre
Wavecrest Scuba
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SOUTHOVER SCORPIO
SOUTHOVER SCORPIO Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SOUTHOVER SCORPIO, 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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