

Best for intermediate divers, 14-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
The T R Thompson is a shipwreck dive site located off the coast of Brighton and Eastbourne. This site is suitable for intermediate divers and requires boat access, as it lies approximately 19 kilometres from the shore. Divers can expect depths ranging from 14 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres. Conditions at the site are variable, with moderate currents, potential for low visibility, and risks of entanglement. Marine life recorded at the site includes snails, which are very common. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 9C in the winter months to 18C during late summer.
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Always phone the evening before to check the trip is going ahead.
Pick up point is at Brighton Marina in front of the hotel and restaurants, adjacent to the West Quay pub.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
14-30m
Visibility
1-20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
9-18°C
Current
Moderate
Best Time
Sep
Snails are very common and regularly recorded at this wreck site.
No, the T R Thompson is classified as an intermediate dive site due to the depth and environmental conditions.
The site has a depth range of 14 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 25 metres.
This is a boat dive located 19.2 kilometres from the shore.
Divers should be aware of moderate currents, the possibility of low visibility, and the risk of entanglement on the wreck structure.
Diving at T R Thompson in Brighton requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at T R Thompson in Brighton. Water temperatures range from 9°C to 18°C.
The best months to visit T R Thompson in Brighton are September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at T R Thompson in Brighton. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at T R Thompson in Brighton typically ranges from 1 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.