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MACLAREN

The Maclaren, sitting at 17 metres, feels like a proper piece of history down there. We love a good wreck with a story, and this steamship, mined in 1941, definitely delivers. The visibility can be a bit hit or miss in the UK, but on a good day, the wreck structure is quite clear, with sections of hull plates and machinery poking out of the seabed. It’s not a huge wreck, so you can take your time, exploring the ribs and framework now beautifully colonised by plumose anemones – their white polyps a stark contrast against the dark metal. Dogfish often tuck themselves away in the nooks, and we’ve seen some surprisingly large crabs scuttling over the debris. It’s an easy dive for anyone comfortable with temperate water, making it a solid choice when you’re in the area and fancy a proper wreck dive without excessive depth. We’d suggest timing your dive for slack water to really appreciate the wreck without fighting the current.