B111
Protected Area
Hoy
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) - B111 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The B111, a German destroyer scuttled back in 1919, lies in a manageable 17 meters within Scapa Flow. We often find her pretty intact, resting on her port side, giving you a good sense of her original form. You can trace the lines of her deck, find the gun placements, and peer into some of the open compartments. The wreck has become home to a decent collection of local marine life, with schools of coalfish darting around the structure and crabs scuttling amongst the plates. She’s a solid dive for anyone keen on naval history and exploring a well-preserved piece of it, without the challenges of deeper Scapa sites.
Typical B111 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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 B111
B111 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for B111, 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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