WYNDHURST - Cornwall & Devon

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.

Location
Cornwall & Devon, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
50.091600, -1.189200
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
53m

Marine Protected Area: Wight-Barfleur Reef

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 WYNDHURST

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 WYNDHURST

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