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Talland Bay
Talland Bay is an easy shore dive on a shallow Cornish bay reef and wreck.
Scuba DivingSnorkelingShoreBeginner0m - 10m
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Use the bay at mid to low water for a beginner-friendly shore dive with the Marguerite boiler, reef gullies, and easy snorkeling options.
About Talland Bay
Talland Bay is a beginner-friendly shore dive in Cornwall with easy beach access, shallow inshore reefs, and the Marguerite wreck lying between the two main beaches. The bay suits relaxed exploration at mid to low water, with gullies full of sea life, kelp and seaweed, and a shallow wreck and reef system that also works well for snorkelers.
Safety & Access
Safety Notes
Plan around the tide, keep clear of the rocks on entry, and treat the Marguerite as a shallow feature.
Access Restrictions
Best dived at mid to low water; the bay floods at high tide and can make the wreck harder to locate.
Legal Notes
Free shore access is available, but local beach and parking rules still apply.
Where Is Talland Bay?
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Scuba Diving
A relaxed beginner shore dive with a shallow wreck and reef gullies.
Snorkeling
Talland Bay is also a good snorkel site, especially when the tide is in.
Wildlife at Talland Bay
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Research Estimate At Talland Bay
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Avg. Visibility8m
Access4/5 · Simple entry
Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentLight current
