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CROYDON

Croydon is a wreck dive, but it’s probably not what you’re picturing. This isn’t some deep, intact hulk. The SS Croydon, a steamship that went down in 1919, lies in just 5 metres of water off Barbuda’s coast. That makes it incredibly accessible, a real treat for those who want to spend their time exploring without worrying about bottom time. We love Croydon for its sheer size and the way the Caribbean has reclaimed it. It’s been down there for over a century, so the hull, though broken, is absolutely carpeted in sponges and colourful soft corals. You’ll weave through massive sections of collapsed plating, past huge anchor chains, and into what used to be cargo holds, now open to the sky. Look closely among the nooks and crannies – you’ll spot moray eels peering out, plenty of snapper, and schools of grunts ghosting through the structure. It’s a photographer’s dream, especially on a sunny day when the light penetrates everywhere. Our pick for an afternoon dive, when the sun is lower and creates incredible shafts of light through the wreck. It’s shallow enough for snorkelers to enjoy too, making it a brilliant spot for mixed groups.