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MARGARET ANN

The Margaret Ann is a classic Irish wreck dive, not for its intact structure, but for its sheer history and the way the ocean has reclaimed it. This isn't a deep dive, sitting shallow enough that even snorkelers can sometimes catch a glimpse on a calm day, though we really think you need to get below the surface to appreciate it. She burned and then grounded in Tramore Bay back in '58, and what’s left is scattered but wonderfully encrusted. We love poking around the debris field, imagining the fire that brought her down. You’ll find ribs and plating spread across the seabed, each piece a mini-habitat. Look for conger eels tucked into hollows and the vibrant colours of jewel anemones coating everything. The visibility can be a bit hit or miss here, so we always check the tides – slack water on an incoming tide often gives you the best chance. It’s a site that rewards a slow, methodical search rather than a quick swim-through, perfect for divers who appreciate history and macro life.