BUSK
Protected Area
Copinsay
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) - BUSK offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
BUSK, one of Scapa Flow's many blockships, offers a unique shallow dive experience. With a maximum depth of just one meter, you’re practically snorkelling over history. We’ve found her a fantastic spot for photographers looking for interesting light, or for newer drysuit divers getting comfortable with their buoyancy. What remains is mostly the stern section, scattered steel plates and ribs, now heavily colonised by kelp and anenomes. You’ll spot plenty of wrasse darting between the metal, and often juvenile pollack sheltering in the nooks. It’s not a deep, dramatic wreck, but a fascinating glimpse into Scapa Flow’s wartime past, easily accessible and often very calm.
Typical BUSK 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for BUSK
BUSK Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for BUSK, 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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