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Dive Spot Guide•
James Egan Layne
Iconic Whitsand Bay wreck with shallow top sections and rich marine life.
Boat-accessed historic wreck dive off Plymouth with slack-tide planning, variable visibility, and a well-known marine life haul.
About James Egan Layne
Classic Whitsand Bay wreck dive on the James Egan Layne, a broken-up Liberty ship resting upright on sand with a readable bow, open holds, and a collapsing superstructure. Divers usually work it by boat from Plymouth, timing the dive around slack water and calmer weather to manage current, swell, and the changing visibility window.
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Research Estimate At James Egan Layne
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralMixed health
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentModerate current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is James Egan Layne?
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James Egan Layne Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
5m - 24m
Depth Note
The bow section rises to roughly 5m from the surface, while the deeper wreck sections sit around 20-24m.
Best Season
Year-round; late spring to early autumn is often easiest.
Typical Conditions
Variable visibility, tidal current windows, and occasional swell; calmer slack periods are the safest baseline.
Safety & Access At James Egan Layne
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentSurge
Safety Notes
Plan around slack water, carry a delayed SMB, and keep wreck exploration conservative if the bay is running.
Access Restrictions
Best approached by boat with a local charter and tide-aware planning; avoid spring-tide windows if you are not confident in current.
Legal Notes
Do not remove artifacts or damage the wreck; follow UK wreck law and local charter guidance.
Local Intel For James Egan Layne
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
An iconic British wreck with readable bow structure, broken superstructure, and plenty of life for intermediate wreck divers.
Wildlife at James Egan Layne
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At James Egan Layne
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At James Egan Layne
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility10m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
