PINNACE 744
Protected Area
Switha
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) - PINNACE 744 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Pinnace 744 in Scapa Flow isn't one of the grand battleships, but we think it’s a brilliant dive, especially if you’re looking for a relaxed exploration. Lying in a shallow 14 metres, this picket boat offers fantastic visibility on a good day, often a surprise in these northern waters. We love gliding over its wooden hull, still largely intact, and poking our heads into the small, open compartments. This site is great for newer drysuit divers or anyone wanting to spend some quality time with a piece of history without deep decompression stops. You'll find plenty of inquisitive wrasse darting in and out of the timbers, and we’ve often spotted the occasional squat lobster tucked away. We’d suggest going at slack water, as even mild currents can make photography tricky on smaller wrecks. It’s a beautifully preserved example of a working vessel from 1919, a proper glimpse into the past.
Typical PINNACE 744 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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 PINNACE 744
PINNACE 744 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for PINNACE 744, 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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