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ICE PRINCE

Now, if you’re into serious metal, the *Ice Prince* is our pick for a deeper dive in UK waters. This 131-meter carrier vessel, which went down in 2008, sits upright at 55 meters, making it a proper technical dive and a real test of your deep skills. We love the sheer scale of the thing. Dropping down, the bow looms out of the green, often silty, gloom – it’s a powerful moment, hitting that deck after a long descent. The bridge area, though deep, offers some fascinating penetration opportunities if you’re suitably trained and equipped. We’ve had some incredible dives here, seeing conger eels emerge from collapsed holds and giant jewel anemones clinging to the railings. The visibility can be challenging, typically 5-10 meters, but that only adds to the atmosphere, revealing sections of the wreck slowly as you approach. It’s a site for the experienced technical diver looking for a substantial wreck, not for a casual potter. Expect strong currents at times, so pick your slack carefully. The reward is a truly impressive piece of submerged history.