T R THOMPSON
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) - T R THOMPSON offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The T R THOMPSON is a proper piece of history down there off the Cornwall coast. This steamship, torpedoed in 1918 by a German U-boat, lies in 27 metres of water, largely intact, and stretches a considerable 109 metres. You'll find it well-colonised by local fish life – expect to see plenty of pollack darting amongst the twisted metal, and often a grumpy conger eel or two peering out from a dark corner. It’s a dive that rewards careful exploration, particularly good for those who appreciate a wreck with a story, offering a genuinely immersive experience into its past.
Typical T R THOMPSON 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 27m - 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 T R THOMPSON
T R THOMPSON Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for T R THOMPSON, 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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