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WISBECH

The Wisbech, lying in a consistent 45 metres, is our kind of wreck dive. It’s got that classic cargo steamer feel, with two huge boilers sitting proud of the hull, usually covered in a thick carpet of plumose anemones. Dropping down, you often hit the stern first, where the prop shaft leads into the engine room. We love poking around here; the triple expansion engine is still very much in evidence. The forward holds are less intact but home to some impressive conger eels, tucked deep into the twisted metal. Visibility here can be excellent, especially on a neap tide, allowing you to appreciate the sheer scale of the 71-metre vessel. It’s a proper expedition, demanding good bottom time management, but the rewards are there: a true historical artefact, now a thriving artificial reef. Expect plenty of bib and pollack darting through the superstructure. A dive here is a deep, atmospheric journey into maritime history.