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U 1195

Diving the U 1195 is a real journey back in time, and for us, it's one of Cornwall's most compelling wreck dives. Lying in 26 metres, this U-boat isn't just a lump of metal on the seabed. She’s surprisingly intact for her age, a Type VIIC submarine sunk by HMS Watchman in 1945. You can trace her full 67-metre length, with the conning tower still identifiable and much of the hull structure holding firm. What we really love about this site is the atmosphere. Dropping down, the U-boat emerges from the gloom, often with some ambient light filtering through. You can fin along the deck, peeking into torpedo tubes that are now home to crabs and small lobsters. The interior isn’t really penetrable for safety reasons, but there’s plenty to explore externally. Conger eels are a common sight, often peering out from crevices, and the wreck itself is well-encrusted with anemones and sponges, splashes of colour against the steel. We'd suggest diving this one on a slack tide for the best experience; currents can whip through here, making it a challenging but rewarding dive for those comfortable with deeper wrecks.