VERNICK - Cornwall & Devon

The Vernick is a proper little dive, sitting upright and mostly intact at 16m, just off the coast. We love a wreck that still looks like a ship, even a small one, and this 11.9m fishing vessel from 1978 delivers. You’ll fin down to find her deck, complete with a winch and the remains of her mast, covered in dead man’s fingers and bright anemones. It’s a tight wreck, perfect for a slow circuit, peering into what’s left of the wheelhouse where you might spot a conger eel or a couple of lobsters tucked deep inside. Visibility can be a bit variable, but on a good day, when the sun filters through the green water, the Vernick feels wonderfully atmospheric. Our pick is always to hit it on a slack tide, otherwise, you'll be working pretty hard against the current. It’s a solid dive for anyone comfortable in temperate waters, offering a genuine piece of history within easy reach.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.757256, -0.064892
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
16m

Marine Protected Area: Brighton to Newhaven Cliffs

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 VERNICK

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 VERNICK

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