VIKING 2 - Cornwall & Devon

The Viking 2, a fishing vessel that went down in 1989, is our kind of wreck. She sits in a shallow 12 metres, which means plenty of bottom time and good light penetration on a bright day. We love how intact she is for such a small wreck; you can still make out the wheelhouse, and the stern is a jumble of twisted metal that makes for interesting swim-throughs if you're careful. We’d suggest heading down on a calm day, ideally on a slack tide, otherwise, the surge can really knock you about. The visibility here can vary, but even on an average day, the wreck stands out against the sandy seabed. Look closely and you'll spot plenty of wrasse darting in and out of the plating, and conger eels often peek out from behind rusted bulkheads. It’s a cracker of a dive for photographers looking for an atmospheric shot without the big depth.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
49.082333, -1.834833
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
12m

Marine Protected Area: Jersey Coast

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)

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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 VIKING 2

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