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HMD Lustring

HMD Lustring, for us, is a genuine Scapa Flow treat that often gets overlooked for its bigger, more dramatic neighbours. Dropping onto her scattered remains at 23 metres feels like stepping into an underwater archaeology site. We love how her hull plates lie peeled back, revealing her internal ribs and the robust engine room. It’s not about penetration here, but rather a slow exploration of the debris field. She’s been down since 1918, so the wreck has become a proper home for sea life. You'll often find a lazy anglerfish tucked amongst the frames, and her plates are usually carpeted in dead man’s fingers. Ling and cod lurk in the deeper shadows, while schools of saithe shimmer above the highest points. Visibility can be a bit variable, but on a good day, the low light filtering through the Orkney green water gives the whole site a wonderfully atmospheric, historical feel. It's a great second dive after one of the big German battleships, offering a completely different perspective on Scapa Flow’s past.