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FREYA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)

The Freya is one of those Scapa Flow wrecks that really demands your attention, especially if you’ve already explored the bigger German fleet. She’s a fishing vessel, capsized and sunk in 1959 after taking a battering from three massive waves – you can almost feel the struggle down there. At 46 metres, she’s a deeper dive, so bring your A-game and proper cold water gear; the visibility can drop to a few metres on a poor day, but when it’s good, she’s fantastic. We love the way she sits on her side, almost as if she’s resting, with her intact davits and winch gear still clearly visible. What you’ll find is a wreck draped in anemones and dead man's fingers, a real explosion of colour against the dark steel. Look out for the resident wrasse patrolling the decks and curious velvet swimming crabs scuttling over the hull. It’s not about penetration here, but rather appreciating the shape and history of a working vessel reclaimed by the sea. This site really suits experienced cold-water divers who appreciate a wreck with a story, away from the usual crowds.