SPARKLING FOAM (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
East of Start Point
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) - SPARKLING FOAM (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Sparkling Foam, a sailing vessel sunk by explosives in 1918, lies at 37 metres, giving it a good depth for experienced wreck divers in the area. What’s left of her 35-metre hull is well broken up, but you can still pick out sections of ribs and plates, especially around the stern. We’ve found conger eels tucked into some of the larger gaps, and the seabed around the wreck is usually home to plenty of flatfish and the occasional gurnard. Visibility can be a bit hit or miss, typical for the English Channel, so picking a day with settled weather is always a good idea. It’s a quiet dive, often just you and the wreck, which makes for a peaceful exploration.
Typical SPARKLING FOAM (POSSIBLY) 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 (37m) - 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to SPARKLING FOAM (POSSIBLY)
Dive shops near SPARKLING FOAM (POSSIBLY)
Edge Watersports
Dive Beyond Limited
Old Harbour Dive Centre
Teign Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SPARKLING FOAM (POSSIBLY)
SPARKLING FOAM (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SPARKLING FOAM (POSSIBLY), 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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