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U 322 (POSSIBLY)

The U-322, potentially, is a profound dive. Sitting at 50 metres, this isn't one for the casual diver. We're talking proper technical territory, and you’ll want your trimix cylinders and a plan. Dropping down, the visibility in this part of the Channel can be hit-or-miss, but when it's good, the sheer scale of this Type VIIC U-boat starts to emerge from the gloom. You’re looking at a wreck that stretches over 67 metres. It’s largely intact, though clearly war-torn. We love the way the conning tower stands proud, usually swathed in shoals of pouting and jewel anemones. Take your time to explore the deck, imagining the cramped conditions onboard. Keep an eye out for conger eels lurking in the torpedo tubes, and the occasional lobster tucked into any crevice. It’s a somber experience, remembering the 48 lives lost here, but also a privilege to witness such a significant piece of history. Dive this on a neap tide for the best chance of settled conditions.