AASE
Protected Area
Switha
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - AASE offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The AASE sits at 60 metres, a deep dive suitable for experienced wreck enthusiasts. This steamship went down in 1928, and while she's a non-dangerous wreck, the depth and potential for currents around Brims Ness mean you need to be on your game. We've found her bow mostly intact, with a clear outline of the forecastle area, though much of the superstructure has collapsed. Look for conger eels hiding in the cargo holds and decent-sized wrasse patrolling the decks. Visibility can be a challenge, so pick your day carefully, but when it’s good, the sheer scale of the wreck at this depth is impressive.
Typical AASE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 60m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for AASE
AASE Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for AASE, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
55°F · Range: 11.4–13.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
9.26 m/s
18.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1005.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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