SPRINGTIDE
Protected Area
Hillsborough
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) - SPRINGTIDE offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Springtide, a small yacht sunk in 1981 after a gas explosion, rests near the shore. We've found it a good, easy dive, especially for those new to wreck diving or looking for a relaxed afternoon. The wreck itself, while not huge at 16.8m, has a melancholic character, her lines still clear despite the years underwater. Schools of pollack often hang just above the hull, and we’ve spotted dogfish tucked into the sand nearby, making it an interesting little ecosystem to explore. It’s accessible and shallow, a decent spot to shake off the rust or introduce a buddy to their first wreck.
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 SPRINGTIDE
SPRINGTIDE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SPRINGTIDE, 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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