EPHRAM
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) - EPHRAM offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Ephram is a relatively new addition to Scapa Flow’s wreck roster, a decommissioned fishing vessel that went down under tow in 2008. Sitting upright at 56m, its stern is a good place to start, dropping down the line to a largely intact wheelhouse. We’ve found the mast and crane provide a great habitat for local fish, with wolf fish sometimes peeking out from beneath. It’s a deep dive, making it one for experienced divers comfortable with decompression, but the visibility here can be surprisingly good, allowing a proper appreciation of the wreck’s details.
Typical EPHRAM 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 56m 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 EPHRAM
EPHRAM Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for EPHRAM, 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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