STRATHALBYN
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) - STRATHALBYN offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Strathalbyn, a steamship that met its end in 1916, sits upright at 26 meters, an accessible and intriguing dive for those keen on wreck exploration. We found her superstructure still largely intact, offering plenty of swim-throughs and sheltered nooks. Look closely and you'll spot plenty of conger eels peering from dark corners, along with inquisitive pollack darting through the broken decking. She’s definitely worth a look for divers comfortable with the depth and a bit of current, particularly if you enjoy the atmosphere of an older wreck.
Typical STRATHALBYN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 26m - Advanced Open Water 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for STRATHALBYN
STRATHALBYN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for STRATHALBYN, 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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