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EAMONT

The trawler *Eamont* isn't one of Scapa's colossal German battleships, but we think it's got a quiet charm all its own. Sunk in 1941 after a German bomb landed in its wheelhouse – and failed to explode, ironically – this 35-metre wreck drifted ashore near Latheron Wheel, where it now sits in the shallows. We love it for its accessibility and the way the light filters through the superstructure, creating these fantastic plays of shadow and glinting off the kelp. You’ll find the *Eamont* largely intact, though clearly battered by years of Orkney storms. We always enjoy poking around the bow, where the anchor chain still lies, and imagining the frantic moments before it was abandoned. It’s shallow, which means long bottom times and plenty of light for photography. Look closely among the plating for sea anenomes, and watch for small wrasse darting between the frames. It's a surprisingly peaceful dive, perfect for photographers or those looking to extend their Scapa trip with something a little less demanding than the deeper wrecks.