wreck

Log This Dive

PLOUGH

The *Plough* is a wreck that truly embodies Scapa Flow’s eerie, captivating charm. It’s a fishing trawler, not one of the mighty German fleet, but equally fascinating for its accessible, well-preserved character. We love how the stern sits relatively shallow, making it a brilliant second dive or a long, rewarding exploration for those with better air consumption. As you descend, the shape of the vessel quickly emerges from the green gloom, often shrouded in a shoal of coalfish. You can penetrate the wheelhouse, seeing the gauges and controls still largely in place – a ghostly echo of its working life. Further back, the hold offers an easy swim-through, its dark interior often revealing inquisitive conger eels. We’d suggest a good torch; the light doesn't penetrate all the nooks, and it really brings out the colours of the anemones and soft corals that have made this wreck their home. It’s not a deep dive, around 20 metres, making it perfect for newer wreck divers or photographers wanting time to compose shots without pushing deco limits. The *Plough* is a proper Scapa experience, less about history and more about the simple, profound beauty of a working boat reclaimed by the sea.