Wreck of HMHS Rewa

Best months: Jul–Sep

Protected Area

Bristol Channel Approaches / Dynesfeydd Mor Hafren

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) - Wreck of HMHS Rewa offers some of Cornwall & Devon's richest reef diving. Water ranges 10-18°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeJul–Sep

WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit

Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 176+ species recorded

Water10-18°C · warmest July, August, September

CharacterReef dive · max 10-30m

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

Diving the HMHS Rewa is a proper adventure, not for the faint of heart, but incredibly rewarding if you’ve got the experience. We're talking about a massive ocean liner, lying on her side, broken but still retaining that ghost-ship grandeur. Dropping down, you often hit a green gloom, but then the ship starts to materialise, dark and imposing. Inside, the sheer scale of the corridors and cabins is humbling; you can almost hear the echoes of its past. Our favourite parts are the bow and stern sections, where the ship’s structure is most intact, creating fantastic swim-throughs and enormous overhangs. The marine life here isn’t about colourful corals, it’s about the drama of the deep. Great pink sea fans cling to the deeper sections, fanning out into the current. Look for those giant anglerfish, masters of camouflage, tucked into the debris, and we've often spotted big nursehounds cruising the deck plates. Dogfish and smooth hounds are practically residents, weaving through the metalwork. It's a dive that demands respect for its history and its depth, but for serious wreck enthusiasts, the Rewa is an absolute classic. We suggest picking your day carefully; slack water is key, and anything less than a gentle swell on the surface will make the dive less enjoyable.