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DRUMCREE

The Drumcree is a beast of a wreck. This isn't a gentle introduction to wreck diving; it’s a deep, challenging dive that rewards experience. We're talking 114 metres long, lying in 52 metres of water. Dropping down, you’ll first hit the superstructure, often shrouded in a thick school of pollack. The visibility here can be decent, but it's always a bit dark, a real deep-water feel. What we love about the Drumcree is its sheer scale and the way the sea has reclaimed it. Her boilers are still massive, dominating the stern section, now completely encrusted with plumose anemones, often swaying in a mild current. We’ve found conger eels nestled into what was once the engine room, their heads peering out from the gloom. Exploring the holds, if you have the gas and bottom time, reveals the scattered remains of her cargo, though much is just history now. This wreck suits advanced technical divers, comfortable with depths and limited light, looking for a truly substantial piece of maritime history. Dive her on a slack tide, if you can, to really appreciate her size.