REGGIO - South Coast

The Reggio, she’s a real treat on the South Coast. Not a deep dive at all, barely nudging two metres, but don’t let that fool you. We love her for how accessible she is, even on days when the Atlantic swell feels a bit frisky. You’re swimming over the remains of a steamship, built in Sunderland in 1903, lying in pieces after going down in 1908. It’s a proper historical jaunt. What makes Reggio a standout for us is the way the light filters through the shallow water, illuminating the hull plates and framework. You can trace the lines of her massive triple expansion engine, and her two boilers are still very much present, now colonised by thick swathes of anemones and kelp. Schools of pollack dart between the ribs of the wreck, and if you take your time, you’ll spot wrasse picking at the growth, almost camouflaged against the rust. It’s perfect for a long, relaxed snorkel or a shallow dive to really soak in the atmosphere. The history, the light, the sheer volume of life – it all makes for a uniquely Irish wreck experience.

Location
South Coast, Ireland, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
51.644222, -9.773833
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
2m

Marine Protected Area: Farranamanagh Lough SAC

Best Time to Dive in South Coast

The warmest water temperatures in South Coast occur in January, averaging 8.8°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 8.8°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 8.8°C (air: 7.0°C)
  • February: 8.8°C (air: 8.3°C)
  • March: 8.8°C (air: 8.1°C)
  • April: 8.8°C (air: 9.3°C)
  • May: 8.8°C (air: 11.8°C)
  • June: 8.8°C (air: 14.2°C)
  • July: 8.8°C (air: 15.6°C)
  • August: 8.8°C (air: 15.8°C)
  • September: 8.8°C (air: 14.6°C)
  • October: 8.8°C (air: 12.4°C)
  • November: 8.8°C (air: 9.9°C)
  • December: 8.8°C (air: 8.1°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in South Coast

Nearest Dive Centres to REGGIO

Marine Life in South Coast

Home to 199 recorded species including 97 reef fish, 24 sharks & rays, 14 whales & dolphins, 14 other, 10 crabs & lobsters, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for REGGIO

Based on average water temperature of 8.8°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 9°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories