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VOLKERAK

The Volkerak, just off the Cornwall coast, is one of those wrecks that just makes us smile. At only five metres deep, it’s a brilliant, relaxed dive. We love that you can spend ages just pottering around, really getting a feel for the ship without worrying about your bottom time or deco limits. The wreck itself is a 39.5-metre motor vessel, sunk back in 1951. You can still see a lot of its structure, which is impressive for something that's been down there so long. The engine room, right at the stern, is our favourite part. The machinery is still pretty much in place. You can swim through the openings and see the old engine components, all encrusted now. Visibility here can vary, but on a good day, the natural light filtering down just makes it magical. Look closely in the nooks and crannies for pollack and wrasse darting about. We’ve even seen small conger eels tucked away in the darker spots. It’s an ideal site for new wreck divers or photographers wanting to practice their close-up shots.