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MORAY FIRTH (PROBABLY)

Let's be clear, it's called "Moray Firth (Probably)" for a reason. This isn't one of Scapa Flow's named fleet wrecks, but a later, less-celebrated casualty from 1943. Don't let that put you off. Dropping onto her decks at 40 metres, she's surprisingly intact, lying upright, and feels like a proper deep dive. We love the way the light filters through the murky water, creating an ethereal glow around her superstructure. The Moray Firth (Probably) is a steamship that went down after a collision, and the damage is evident. You can still make out the engine room, and there are plenty of nooks and crannies to peer into, though penetration requires care and experience. What makes her special for us is the marine life. The wreck is covered in dead man's fingers, creating a ghostly white landscape. Look for the wrasse darting between the plates and the conger eels peeking out from darker openings. This is a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts who appreciate the quiet solitude of a lesser-known but rewarding site. We'd suggest diving it on a slack tide for the best visibility.