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LCT 293

The LCT 293 is a properly rewarding deep wreck dive, sitting upright at 50 metres, which is exactly how we like them. Sunk in 1944 on its way from Omaha Beach, this landing craft has a real story etched into its hull, a heavy piece of history beneath the waves. Dropping down, the bow is often the first thing to materialise out of the green, gradually revealing the full 48-metre length of the vessel. We love the way its ramp still points upwards, a ghostly reminder of its purpose. It’s an ideal wreck for penetration if you’re appropriately trained and equipped; the hold is surprisingly open, letting you explore the ribs of the structure. Even if you stay outside, the entire wreck is smothered in plumose anemones, their white tentacles swaying gently in the current, creating a living carpet over the metal. Look closer among them and you’ll often spot feathery squat lobsters tucked into crevices, or a resident conger eel peering from a pipe. Visibility can be a bit of a gamble, but on a good day, the scale of the LCT is quite something. This site suits experienced divers comfortable with depth and looking for a wreck with some serious character.