ROSE OF SHARON
Protected Area
Handa
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) - ROSE OF SHARON offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
Dropping onto the *Rose of Sharon* at 54m in Scapa Flow, you’re met with a fishing vessel that feels more like a ghost ship. She sits upright, pretty intact, which is always a bonus. We found her wheelhouse still surprisingly complete, a good swim-through if you’re comfortable with a bit of overhead. You’ll definitely see the resident wrasse and squat lobsters making themselves at home amongst the machinery. It's a dive that rewards careful exploration, less about vast spaces and more about the details of a working boat lost to the sea. This one's for experienced wreck divers who appreciate the history and the often-overlooked beauty of a former trawler.
Typical ROSE OF SHARON Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 54m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
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 ROSE OF SHARON
ROSE OF SHARON Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for ROSE OF SHARON, 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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