Thatcher s Rock
Protected Area
Hope's Nose to Wall's Hill
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) - Thatcher s Rock offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest reef diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Thatcher’s Rock is a straightforward dive off the Devon coast, a solid choice for a local outing. You’ll find classic UK rocky reef scenery here, with the usual suspects – crabs, lobsters, and plenty of wrasse darting between the kelp. It’s a good spot for newer divers looking to build experience in temperate waters, or for anyone wanting a reliable, easy-access dive when the weather cooperates. Expect typical UK visibility.
Typical Thatcher s Rock Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Teign Diving Centre
Edge Watersports
Sound Diving Limited
Plymouth Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Thatcher s Rock
Thatcher s Rock Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Thatcher s Rock, 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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