U 480
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) - U 480 offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Diving the U 480 off the Cornwall coast is a serious trip, sitting deep at 55 metres. This Type VIIC U-boat went down in 1945, and she’s remarkably intact for a wreck of her age and depth. We’ve found her superstructure still standing proud, making for some dramatic penetration if you’re properly trained and equipped for it. Expect schools of cod and pollock to swirl around the conning tower, and the hull plating is thick with anemones and dead man's fingers. It's a dive for technical divers, no question, offering a glimpse into wartime history and a thriving artificial reef.
Typical U 480 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 55m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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 U 480
Dive shops near U 480
Divers Down
Mayim Mermaid Academy
TAL Scuba Ltd.
Dorset Diving Services
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for U 480
U 480 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for U 480, 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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