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ILLYDIA

The Illydia, oh, what a character she is. We’ve bumped into her a few times now, and she always delivers a good dive. She’s a sailing vessel, a wreck with a story, though it’s the way she’s come to rest that makes her special. You’ll find her broken up, but not scattered. Instead, she’s settled into distinct sections, creating these fantastic swim-throughs and sheltered nooks. It’s the structure of her holds that we really love. You can navigate through them, feeling the water surge and pull you gently along, light filtering down from above. Crabs hide in every crevice, and we’ve spotted plenty of blennies darting between the metal plates. The anemones here are particularly striking, often a vibrant orange against the grey steel. For photographers, the way the light plays on the wreck, especially on a sunny day, is a real treat. We’d suggest catching her on an incoming tide; the visibility tends to be at its best then, and the current helps you drift through with ease. She's a perfect dive for those who enjoy exploring tight spaces and appreciate a wreck that feels alive with its resident critters.