STEADY
Protected Area
Beachy Head West
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) - STEADY offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Steady isn’t a deep dive, sitting at just two metres, which makes it an interesting snorkel or a very relaxed, extended shallow dive. This isn't a wreck you'll be penetrating; what’s left of the old boat, mined in 1940 and later salvaged, is really just a low-lying scatter, but it’s fantastic for seeing what colonises these structures. We've often spotted butterfish darting between the plates and plenty of crabs tucked into the nooks, making it a surprisingly lively spot despite its shallow depth. It’s a gentle introduction to wreck diving, perfect for knocking out some practice or just enjoying a calm swim with a bit of history beneath you.
Typical STEADY 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for STEADY
STEADY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for STEADY, 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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