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HMS Hostile

The HMS Hostile, off Tabarka, gives us a proper glimpse into wartime history. We’ve always been drawn to wrecks with a story, and this G-class destroyer, scuttled in 1943, tells a good one. Dropping down, you start to make out the stern, then the whole length of her, surprisingly intact in places. It’s not a deep dive, making it accessible for most wreck enthusiasts, and the visibility is usually decent enough to appreciate the scale. What we love about Hostile is the way marine life has completely taken over. We've seen schools of blotched picarel and pandora swirling over the deck guns, and fat pollack hiding in the superstructure. Look closely and you’ll find red mullet nosing through the debris, with hake often lurking in the darker corners. There are sections where you can fin through open compartments, just enough penetration to feel like an explorer without anything too technical. It’s a compelling dive for those who appreciate history intertwined with vibrant sea life.