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HMS Whirlwind

HMS Whirlwind

Wales, United Kingdom

Depth
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30m

Visibility
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13m - 38m

Entry
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Boat

Experience Level

Advanced


About HMS Whirlwind

This wreck was a "WW2 Royal Navy Hunter Class Destroyer" that was built in 1943. She sank on 1 November 1974 when bad weather hit and she was used as a target. She didn't stand a chance due to the fact that she was damaged after being hit by missiles. There is a large amount of marine life that find this wreck home. It makes an excellent dive with a number of places to penetrate. This site is advised for advanced divers only due to depths and currents.

HMS Whirlwind Dive Info

Terrain & Features

Wreck, Deep, Drift

Entry Type

Boat

Max Depth

30m

Visibility Range

13m 38m

Experience Level

Advanced

Best Gas

21% – 35%

O2
Marine Life

  • Boarfish
  • Snappers
  • Gorgorians
  • Cods
  • Wrasse
Weather Conditions

Water Temperature
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