STAR OF FAITH
Protected Area
Berriedale Cliffs
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) - STAR OF FAITH offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Star of Faith isn’t one of Scapa Flow's grand German fleet wrecks, but she’s a charming dive in her own right, particularly if you appreciate smaller, intact vessels. Sunk in 1982, this 11.6-metre fishing boat lies upright at 21 metres, making for a straightforward exploration. We usually find her festooned with plumose anemones, and the pilothouse is still very much there, giving a real sense of her working life. It's a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers looking to capture Orkney's incredible soft coral growth without contending with big currents. We’ve seen plenty of wrasse darting in and out of the deck fittings.
Typical STAR OF FAITH Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
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 STAR OF FAITH
STAR OF FAITH Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for STAR OF FAITH, 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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