

Best for intermediate divers, 8-26m, boat entry, mild current.
The James Eagan Layne is a wreck and artificial reef located 1200 metres offshore in Torquay and South Devon. This site is accessible only by boat and is suited for intermediate divers. The wreck lies at depths between 8 and 26 metres, with visibility ranging from 5 to 20 metres. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, entanglement risks, overhead environments, and surge. Conditions are generally mild, though the depth requires careful monitoring for nitrogen narcosis. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes. Local facilities include boat charters, guided tours, air fills, and parking to support diving activities at this location.
50.32680, -4.24530
The wreck is sheltered from South-easterly and easterly winds by Rame Head, allowing it to be dived at most states of the tide.
Situated about three quarter of a mile off shore, marked with a wreck buoy to seaward.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-26m
Visibility
5-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
10-16°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and potential hazards such as overhead environments and entanglement risks.
The wreck lies at a depth range of 8 to 26 metres.
This is a boat dive located 1200 metres from the shore; a boat is required to access the site.
Water temperatures range from 10C to 16C throughout the year, with the warmest temperatures occurring in September.
Diving at James Eagan Layne in Torpoint requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced, Wreck. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at James Eagan Layne in Torpoint. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 16°C.