

Best for beginner divers, 5-10m, boat entry, mild current.
Steeple Cove is a shallow reef located in Torquay and South Devon, suitable for beginner divers. The site features a reef structure at depths between 5 and 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres. Visibility ranges from 10 to 30 metres, though conditions can vary. Access is by boat only, and divers should be aware of boat traffic, surf, and surge. Water temperatures fluctuate between 10 and 17 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Species recorded around this area include various wrasses, skate, cod, and several types of crabs, including rock crabs and European green crabs.
50.21617, -3.81705
Boat traffic in the area means you should always surface with a delayed surface marker buoy (DSMB), a safety sausage you inflate underwater to signal your position to boats above. Watch for surf and swell at the entry point, as conditions can change quickly on the south coast.
Out of Salcombe and turn west.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-10m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
10-17°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners, though an Open Water certification is required as a minimum.
The reef sits at depths between 5 and 10 metres, with an average depth of 7 metres.
No, Steeple Cove is boat access only. Divers should use a boat for all entries to avoid local vessel traffic.
Species recorded around this area include wrasses, skate, cod, compass jellyfish, and various crab species such as rock crabs and European green crabs.
Divers should be aware of boat traffic, surf, and surge. Always use a delayed surface marker buoy to signal your position to boats above.
Diving at Steeple Cove in Salcombe requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Steeple Cove in Salcombe. Water temperatures range from 10°C to 17°C.
Steeple Cove in Salcombe typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Steeple Cove in Salcombe typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.