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WYNDHURST

The Wyndhurst is a serious piece of history, and for us, one of Cornwall's more compelling wreck dives. Lying deep at 53 metres, this isn't a beginner's playground; we're talking about a technical dive, pure and simple. What makes it special? It’s the sheer scale and the sense of preservation. You descend into a blue gloom, and then the silhouette of the steamship slowly materialises. She’s surprisingly intact for a vessel torpedoed in 1917, sitting upright, with her bow pointing seaward. We love exploring her holds, often finding them filled with shoals of bib and pouting that swirl around your torch beam. The stern, in particular, is captivating, with the single shaft and propeller still visible, though heavily encrusted. The sheer depth means limited bottom time, so careful planning is essential. Dive this on a calm day with good visibility, ideally after a period of settled weather. The deep environment brings its own stark beauty, and the cold water often means vibrant jewel anemones clinging to the metalwork, a splash of colour in the depths. This wreck suits experienced technical divers looking for a challenging but rewarding historical exploration.