STELLA (PROBABLY)
Protected Area
Gouliot Caves and Headland, Sark
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) - STELLA (PROBABLY) offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Stella, or what we’re fairly sure is the Stella, lies at 49 metres off the coast of Cornwall. This steamship, lost in a dense fog back in 1899, went down fast, and that urgency is still palpable when you descend onto the scattered remains. We’ve found the triple expansion engine still largely intact, a real testament to its build, and plenty of plates and beams now carpeted in plumose anemones. It’s a deep dive, definitely one for experienced cold-water wreck enthusiasts who appreciate the history as much as the often-chilly temperatures. Look closely for dogfish nestled amongst the debris, especially in any remaining sheltered pockets.
Typical STELLA (PROBABLY) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 49m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for STELLA (PROBABLY)
STELLA (PROBABLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for STELLA (PROBABLY), 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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