WISBECH - Cornwall & Devon

The Wisbech, lying in a consistent 45 metres, is our kind of wreck dive. It’s got that classic cargo steamer feel, with two huge boilers sitting proud of the hull, usually covered in a thick carpet of plumose anemones. Dropping down, you often hit the stern first, where the prop shaft leads into the engine room. We love poking around here; the triple expansion engine is still very much in evidence. The forward holds are less intact but home to some impressive conger eels, tucked deep into the twisted metal. Visibility here can be excellent, especially on a neap tide, allowing you to appreciate the sheer scale of the 71-metre vessel. It’s a proper expedition, demanding good bottom time management, but the rewards are there: a true historical artefact, now a thriving artificial reef. Expect plenty of bib and pollack darting through the superstructure. A dive here is a deep, atmospheric journey into maritime history.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.725533, -4.884409
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
45m

Marine Protected Area: Tintagel

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 WISBECH

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 WISBECH

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