CONSTANT STAR
Protected Area
Bullers of Buchan Coast
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) - CONSTANT STAR offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Constant Star sits in Scapa Flow, and while it's not one of the German High Seas Fleet wrecks, it’s still a fantastic dive. This fishing vessel ran aground in high winds back in '87, and she’s now well-colonised. We love how accessible she is, mostly sitting in shallow water, meaning longer bottom times even for newer divers. The bow section is the most intact part, poking out of the water at low tide – a good visual marker to find the site. Descending, you’ll find the wheelhouse and accommodation areas collapsed, but the hull frames provide plenty of structure for exploration. Schools of coalfish dart through the interior, and we’ve often spotted lobsters tucked into the debris. Look closely for nudibranchs on the encrusting sponges and anemones. It’s a classic Scapa dive, just a bit shallower and less intimidating than some of the bigger ships, making it perfect for a relaxed afternoon.
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 CONSTANT STAR
CONSTANT STAR Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for CONSTANT STAR, 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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