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ELLEN SARAH

The Ellen Sarah isn't about depth or pristine visibility, it’s about touching history. This little schooner, sunk back in 1882, sits in just three metres of water, an ideal spot for an extended poke around or even a leisurely snorkel on a calm day. We love how accessible it is, feeling almost like an open-air museum. You’ll find the wreck well broken up, but its bones are still very much there, a jumble of timbers and ironwork scattered across the seabed. The structure creates countless nooks and crannies, and we always find ourselves spotting something new – a scuttling crab, a placid blenny, or schools of small fish darting through the rusted metal. It’s a gentle dive, perfect for photographers wanting to capture intricate details without fighting a current, or for newer divers gaining confidence over a real wreck. Go at high slack water for the best light and settled conditions; the surge can get lively here. It’s a wonderful reminder of the sea's power, even in such shallow water.