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Regional Bracklesham Bay reference noting the submerged Valentine tank.
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Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank
Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank is a shallow WWII wreck dive on a sandbar.
Shallow British wreck site near East Wittering, with a Valentine tank upright on the sandbar and modest visibility that is best in calmer winter conditions.
About Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank
Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank is a historic WWII wreck site in West Sussex, with a Valentine Duplex Drive tank sitting upright on a sandbar in shallow coastal water. The site is a compact, beginner-friendly wreck dive where the tank structure, sand, and local marine life create a simple but atmospheric British coastal dive.
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Research Estimate At Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 8m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
CurrentNo current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank?
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Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
12m - 14m
Depth Note
Public guides place the tank upright on the edge of a sandbar at roughly 12m, with some summaries listing a maximum around 14m.
Best Season
Winter
Typical Conditions
Shallow sandbar wreck with low current, modest visibility, and the best conditions in calmer winter weather.
Safety & Access At Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Low visibilityWaves
Safety Notes
Mind the sandbar edge, keep buoyancy tight around the tank, and avoid the site when swell or stirred sand makes the water murky.
Access Restrictions
Plan the dive around tide and sea state; the sandbar and surf can affect entry comfort and visibility.
Legal Notes
No special permit or closure is highlighted in the public guides; avoid disturbing the wreck or seabed.
Local Intel For Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A straightforward beginner-friendly wreck dive with an upright tank, simple orientation, and enough structure for practice.
Freediving
Only very brief shallow looks would make sense here; this is primarily a scuba wreck dive.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site; only the shallowest area would be practical in very calm conditions.
Wildlife at Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Bracklesham Bay Valentine Tank
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility8m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
