SPYROS (POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
The Needles
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) - SPYROS (POSSIBLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the Spyros, you’re met with the ghostly outline of an iron steamship, resting upright at 31 metres. It’s a proper historical piece, built in 1880, and while time and the sea have taken their toll, you can still trace the ribs and plating of her hull. Schools of pollack often swirl through the deeper sections, and conger eels find plenty of nooks to call home within the twisted metal. It’s a dive for those who appreciate maritime history and a good hunt for shy critters in less-visited spots off the Cornish coast.
Typical SPYROS (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 (31m) - 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 SPYROS (POSSIBLY)
Dive shops near SPYROS (POSSIBLY)
TAL Scuba Ltd.
Divers Down
Mayim Mermaid Academy
Dorset Diving Services
Andark Diving
In2 Diving
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SPYROS (POSSIBLY)
SPYROS (POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SPYROS (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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