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RAYLIGHT

The *Raylight* is a proper South Coast wreck dive, a piece of maritime history sitting in deep water. This motor vessel went down in a gale back in '78 after losing her hatch boards, a real testament to the power of the sea. She’s not massive, 41.8 metres long, but she’s beautifully intact, offering a solid penetration dive for those with the right training. Dropping down, the *Raylight* emerges from the gloom, often cloaked in a thick layer of jewel anemones, a vibrant orange against the steel. We love swimming along her deck, imagining the crew in that storm. Keep an eye out for conger eels peeking from every dark crevice, and big wrasse patrol the superstructure. The stern is our favourite; the propeller is usually visible, and it's a great spot to pause and appreciate the scale of the wreck. This isn’t a dive for beginners, but for experienced wreck divers, it’s a brilliant exploration. Just remember, the visibility can be fickle, so pick your weather window carefully for the best experience.