TINKER DI - Cornwall & Devon

Alright, let's talk about the Tinker DI. Forget deep blue ocean dives for a minute. This wreck is a bit of a departure, washed up right at the Mean High Water Spring mark. It’s a 13.7m yacht, grounded in October 1994, and it's got a story. We love that grit, that sense of a vessel caught in a moment. This isn’t about pristine coral, it’s about a raw, accessible piece of maritime history, touched by a bit of local folklore about its drug-smuggling past. It might not be a deep dive, but the Tinker DI offers something else entirely. You’ll be exploring a wreck that feels tangible, right there, exposed to the elements. What we really appreciate is how the intertidal zone has started to reclaim it. Look for seaweeds draping over the hull, barnacles encrusting every surface, and small crabs scuttling amongst the crevices. It’s a photographer’s dream, especially on a dramatic, overcast day – that grey sky really makes the textures pop. Dive it at high tide for a different perspective, almost like a shallow reef dive around a metal island. It’s perfect for those who want to get up close with a wreck without the usual depth challenges, or anyone keen on marine life adapted to a harsher, more exposed environment.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.325577, -4.221130
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
0m

Marine Protected Area: Rame Head

Best Time to Dive in Cornwall & Devon

The warmest water temperatures in Cornwall & Devon occur in January, averaging 9.6°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 9.6°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 9.6°C (air: 7.3°C)
  • February: 9.6°C (air: 8.4°C)
  • March: 9.6°C (air: 8.6°C)
  • April: 9.6°C (air: 10.1°C)
  • May: 9.6°C (air: 12.6°C)
  • June: 9.6°C (air: 15.2°C)
  • July: 9.6°C (air: 16.6°C)
  • August: 9.6°C (air: 17.1°C)
  • September: 9.6°C (air: 15.9°C)
  • October: 9.6°C (air: 13.5°C)
  • November: 9.6°C (air: 10.7°C)
  • December: 9.6°C (air: 8.7°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Cornwall & Devon

Nearest Dive Centres to TINKER DI

Marine Life in Cornwall & Devon

Home to 192 recorded species including 93 reef fish, 18 sharks & rays, 13 whales & dolphins, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for TINKER DI

Based on average water temperature of 9.6°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 10°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories