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BENAIAH

The Benaiah is one of those wrecks that just hits right, especially when the conditions line up. Dropping down onto her, you’re immediately struck by how intact she is for a wreck that’s been down since ’92. We love that you can still make out so much of her fishing vessel character – the gantry, the wheelhouse, even some of the fishing gear are still discernible. It really helps you imagine her working life before she went down under tow. At 22.9m long, she’s a good size for a proper poke around without feeling overwhelmed. Penetration is possible if you know what you’re doing and you’re properly trained, but even just exploring the exterior offers plenty. We've seen some decent-sized ling tucked into crevices, and the deck plates are often covered in anemones and dead man’s fingers, which create a colourful tapestry against the steel. Our favourite tip here is to try and dive it on a rising tide, about an hour or two after slack water, when the current is just starting to pick up. That's when we've found the best visibility and the most active fish life swirling around the wreck. If you're into history and want to see how a working boat transforms into a vibrant artificial reef, the Benaiah is an absolute standout.