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KENDAL CASTLE

The Kendal Castle is one of those wrecks that just keeps giving. Lying at 43 metres, she’s a deep dive and often comes with a bit of current, but get it right and you’re in for a treat. Built in 1910, this steamship went down in 1918 and now sits upright, her structure largely intact. We love exploring the bow, where the anchor chains spill over the side like giant necklaces, and the holds are still cavernous, inviting you to peek inside if conditions allow. Our favourite part has to be the engine room, with its triple expansion engine and three huge boilers still standing proud. You can swim around them, imagining the heat and clang of the machinery. Visibility here can range from 5 to 15 metres, so pick a day with a settled forecast. Even in murkier conditions, the sheer scale of the ship is impressive, looming out of the green. Look out for the resident conger eels, some absolutely massive, peering from every nook and cranny. We’ve also seen plenty of dogfish nestled in the sand around the wreck and schools of whiting darting through the superstructure. This is a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts who appreciate history and don't mind the depth. It’s a proper expedition, not a casual dip.