SMIT-LLOYD 47
Protected Area
Bullers of Buchan Coast
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) - SMIT-LLOYD 47 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The SMIT-LLOYD 47, a tug that found its resting place in 1979, isn't one of Scapa's deep-water giants. We're talking maximum three metres here, so it's a brilliant site for newer wreck divers or anyone who fancies a long, shallow potter. You’ll spend most of your time exploring the superstructure, which is still largely intact, and poking around the wheelhouse. It's a proper playground for crabs and squat lobsters; look closely in the nooks and crannies. We’ve found the best light is usually mid-morning, when the sun can really illuminate the wreck, making it a great spot for photography too.
Typical SMIT-LLOYD 47 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 SMIT-LLOYD 47
SMIT-LLOYD 47 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SMIT-LLOYD 47, 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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