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Wreck of German torpedo boat Iltis

Diving the Iltis is like stepping back into a moment of history, frozen and claimed by the sea. This isn’t one of those overly-picked-clean wrecks; she’s still got a lot of her character, even after all these years. We love pushing into the deeper parts of the engine room, where the light struggles to penetrate, and seeing the massive, eerily silent machinery. The stern, in particular, is a rewarding spot, often hosting inquisitive conger eels and dense shoals of pouting that swirl around you, reflecting the limited sunlight. This isn’t a shallow splash, and the currents can get frisky, so it's one for the more experienced wreck divers, especially those comfortable with potential low visibility. Our favourite time to dive here is on a slack tide, just after high water, when you can really take your time to explore the bridge and the remains of the torpedo tubes. Be prepared for a proper British wreck dive-dark, atmospheric, and full of that rugged maritime history we appreciate so much.