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UC42 Cork

Deep WWI submarine wreck in Cork Harbour

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Boat-access wreck off Roche's Point with slack-water timing, a deep profile and busy fish life around the hull.

About UC42 Cork

UC42 Cork is a deep WWI submarine wreck in Cork Harbour, best approached at slack water because the harbour mouth can run hard. The wreck sits upright enough to show the conning tower, propellers and torpedo tubes, while conger eels, lobsters and schools of fish make the surrounding water feel busy. It is an advanced wreck dive rather than a sightseeing cruise, and respect for the site as a war grave matters as much as trim and gas planning.

Research Estimate At UC42 Cork

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VisibilityVisibility: 7m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Coral HealthSome damage
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CrowdedModerate
Current StrengthStrong current
Surge StrengthLight surge

Where Is UC42 Cork?

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UC42 Cork Planning Details

Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.

Reported Depth

28m

Depth Note

The wreck is reported at around 28 m, and the site pages consistently recommend diving it at slack water.

Best Season

Winter and the calmer slack-water windows.

Typical Conditions

Deep wreck diving at the harbour entrance with moderate visibility, strong-current timing and careful gas planning.

Safety & Access At UC42 Cork

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Overhead environmentRestricted accessStrong current

Safety Notes

Dive only at slack water, keep clear of the wreck interior and treat the site as a war grave.

Access Restrictions

Use a boat from Cork or Crosshaven and time the dive for slack water.

Legal Notes

UC42 Cork is a war grave and should be treated with respect.

Local Intel For UC42 Cork

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba

A disciplined wreck dive with careful trim, route planning and enough gas margin for a deep profile.

Freedive

Not appropriate; the wreck sits too deep for freediving.

Snorkel

Not a snorkeling site because the wreck lies well below the surface.

UC42 Cork Dive Conditions Planner

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Exposure Profile at UC42 Cork

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Wildlife at UC42 Cork

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Recent Logged Visits At UC42 Cork

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Dive Spot Log Averages At UC42 Cork

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Avg. Visibility7m
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UC42 Cork Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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UC42 Cork Guide - Sources and Updates

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Research Sources

divechamp.com · Dive Directory

Exact listing with 28 m depth, 7 m visibility, advanced-diver framing and slack-water guidance.

divejourney.io · Dive Directory

Dive spot page with shore-entry metadata, wreck features and marine-life notes.

divernet.com · Dive Article

Wreck-tour article with depth and Cork Harbour context.

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