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FREESIA

Freesia offers something a little different from Scapa Flow’s grand fleet wrecks. This isn't a scuttled behemoth, but a tough little trawler that sank in a storm in 1919. At 37 metres, she sits upright on the seabed, remarkably intact, with a character all her own. We love finning along her deck, peering into the collapsed wheelhouse, and exploring the holds. The stern, in particular, is a highlight, with the trawl gear still visible and a huge propeller waiting to be admired. It’s an atmospheric dive, with that classic Scapa gloom, but the wreck itself is often swathed in light from above, making for some dramatic photo opportunities. For marine life, we often find conger eels tucked into every nook and cranny, along with the usual crabs and lobsters. The engine room is accessible for those with the right training, but even from the outside, the triple-expansion engine is impressive. It’s a site that rewards multiple visits, each time revealing another detail. We’d suggest diving Freesia on a slack tide to really take your time exploring.