TERLINGS
Protected Area
Albert Field
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) - TERLINGS offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Terlings, an 86-meter steamship sunk in 1940, lies upright at 38 meters, providing a solid, explorable wreck. Dropping down, you'll find her superstructure largely intact, offering swim-throughs into cargo holds that often shelter decent-sized pollack and conger eels. We’ve seen spider crabs clinging to the plates and nudibranchs grazing the settled growth. This isn't a colourful reef, but for divers who appreciate a well-preserved piece of maritime history and the hardy life that makes it home, it’s a rewarding dive, though conditions can vary.
Typical TERLINGS 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 (38m) - 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 TERLINGS
Dive shops near TERLINGS
Divers Down
TAL Scuba Ltd.
Mayim Mermaid Academy
Dorset Diving Services
Andark Diving
In2 Diving
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for TERLINGS
TERLINGS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for TERLINGS, 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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