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CASTOR 1

The *Castor 1* is a proper, no-nonsense wreck dive, and we rate it as one of the best shallow wrecks in the area. Sunk in 1980, this old carrier sits bolt upright, almost intact, in just six metres of water. It’s perfect for newer wreck divers or anyone who just loves a long bottom time poking around a good structure. You can fin right along her deck, spotting the davits still in place, or peer down into the holds where schools of bib often hover, darting into the shadows as you approach. We love how much life has colonised the *Castor 1*. The superstructure is thick with plumose anemones, their white tentacles swaying gently, and you’ll often find dogfish resting amongst the debris. On a sunny day, the light filters through the kelp growing on the mast, creating an almost cathedral-like feel. Our advice: go on a slack tide, ideally after a few days of calm weather, and take your time. You’ll be surprised what you can find tucked into every nook and cranny.