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PERRITON

Perriton isn’t the kind of wreck you just stumble upon. She’s deep, proper deep at 48 metres, so this one's strictly for the experienced technical divers among us. We love the challenge of getting down to her, knowing you’re one of the few who’ll see this particular piece of history. Sunk by German gunfire in 1918, while carrying flints from Dieppe, she’s a stark reminder of wartime perils, and a dive that really makes you think. The wreck itself, a 22.6-metre sailing vessel, lies upright and surprisingly intact given her age and method of sinking. Our favourite part has to be the bow, still pointing resolutely towards the surface, often shrouded in a shoal of pout. Descending through the green water and seeing her emerge from the gloom is a proper goosebump moment. Visibility here can be a bit of a lottery, sometimes twenty metres, sometimes five, so pick your weather window carefully. We’d suggest a slack water dive for sure, as the currents can pick up. You’ll find plenty of conger eels making homes in her nooks and crannies, and the occasional lobster peeking out from under a plate. It’s a quiet, reflective dive, perfect for those who appreciate history and the atmosphere of a deep, forgotten ship.