UC 69
Protected Area
Dolphin Head Highly Protected Marine Area
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) - UC 69 offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the UC 69, you’re met with a surprisingly intact U-boat, considering its end. It lies at 60 metres, a true deep wreck for those with the training. The conning tower is a good focal point, often swarming with schools of fish, and you can still make out the torpedo tubes if you know where to look. It’s a somber but fascinating dive, feeling a little like a time capsule from 1917, and always has something new to reveal on subsequent visits. We’d suggest saving this one for calmer days; the deeper you go in the UK, the more you appreciate good surface conditions.
Typical UC 69 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 60m 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for UC 69
UC 69 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for UC 69, 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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