ROS BUI (?PART OF)(POSSIBLY)
Protected Area
Waulkmill
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) - ROS BUI (?PART OF)(POSSIBLY) offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Ros Bui, a fishing vessel that succumbed to fire in 1976, rests in just 6 metres of Scapa Flow. It’s a shallow, accessible dive, good for getting your eye in or for longer bottom times. We've seen plenty of crabs and juvenile fish using the wreckage for shelter, tucked into what’s left of the hull and superstructure. Given the depth, it's a site we'd suggest for less experienced wreck divers, or anyone looking for a relaxed bimble with a bit of history attached.
Typical ROS BUI (?PART OF)(POSSIBLY) 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for ROS BUI (?PART OF)(POSSIBLY)
ROS BUI (?PART OF)(POSSIBLY) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ROS BUI (?PART OF)(POSSIBLY), 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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