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HMSM UPSTART

The HMSM Upstart is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to. Sitting upright at 37 metres, she’s an easy dive on a calm day, though that depth means some current can really make it a workout. Built in 1942, this U-class submarine was scuttled in 1957, so she’s been down there a while and the sea has really claimed her. We love finning along her deck, spotting the periscope tubes and the outline of her conning tower. The bow torpedo tubes are a particular favourite – you can usually see conger eels peering out, their thick bodies disappearing back into the dark. Look closely for dogfish eggs tucked into crevices and always keep an eye out for curious seals. If you hit it right, with good visibility and slack water, it’s a genuinely atmospheric dive, a real window into naval history and the power of the ocean to reclaim what’s hers. This isn't a site for beginners; that depth and the potential for current mean you want to be comfortable with your diving.