VICTORY
Protected Area
Loch of Strathbeg
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) - VICTORY offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The *Victory* in Scapa Flow isn’t a grand battleship, but for a sheltered, shallow dive, it’s our pick for a relaxing afternoon exploring. This isn't one of the colossal German fleet wrecks; she’s a drifter, sitting upright at 16 metres, relatively intact, and a joy to poke around. What we love about the *Victory* is how accessible she is, even when the wind whips up Scapa. The wheelhouse is still there, draped in kelp, and you can swim through various sections, imagining the crew on board. Look for the large conger eels often lurking in the gloom and the colourful nudibranchs grazing on the metalwork. This site is perfect for photographers who want to take their time, or divers looking for a multi-tank day without getting too deep or battling a lot of current.
Typical VICTORY 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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for VICTORY
VICTORY Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for VICTORY, 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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