

Best for beginner divers, 5-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Breakwater Fort in Torquay and South Devon is an artificial reef and wreck site suitable for beginner divers. The site features depths ranging from 5 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. Access is strictly by boat. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility typically between 4 and 12 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 10C in the winter months to 17C in September. Due to the nature of the structure, divers should be aware of potential entanglement hazards. A typical dive at this location lasts approximately 50 minutes.
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Dives are timed around slack water from Plymouth charter boats.
Plymouth Breakwater can be reached by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-15m
Visibility
4-12m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
10-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
50 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, this site is suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 5 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
This is a boat dive; a boat is required to access the site.
Divers should be aware of the risk of entanglement when exploring the structure.
Diving at Breakwater Fort in Plymouth requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Breakwater Fort in Plymouth. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 17°C.
The best months to visit Breakwater Fort in Plymouth are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Breakwater Fort in Plymouth typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Breakwater Fort in Plymouth typically ranges from 4 metres to 12 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.