HMS Whirlwind

Wales, United Kingdom

Depth

30m

Visibility

13m - 38m

Entry

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

Snappers
Boarfish
Wrasse
Cods
Gorgorians

Weather Conditions

Water Temperature ℃

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