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VYC 18

The VYC 18 is a real favourite of ours, a lighter vessel that went down in 1956 and has settled beautifully on the seabed at 38 metres. What you get here is classic wreck diving: penetration into the cargo holds is pretty straightforward, assuming you've got the training and the right gear. We love picking through the smaller nooks and crannies, where conger eels have set up shop, their heads poking out from every dark corner. It’s got a decent amount of light, even at depth, so the visibility holds up well on a good day. The exterior is just coated in plumose anemones, creating these incredible, fluffy white walls. Dive it on a slack tide, and you’ll find the current manageable, making for a relaxed exploration of its decks and superstructure. This one’s perfect for those comfortable with deeper dives and who enjoy the story a wreck tells.