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Log This Dive

Wreck of Aase (Possibly)

Scapa Flow always delivers, and the *Aase* (we say “possibly” because, let’s be honest, half the wrecks here are still a best guess) is a firm favourite for a reason. Dropping down, you hit the bow first, often with a slight current nudging you along the length of the ship. We love the way the light filters through the kelp forest that has draped itself over the upper decks – it’s a living cloak of green and gold. Inside, the holds are open, revealing the skeletal remains of what was once a cargo ship. Look for the massive shoals of dab and butterfish that dart through the gloom, seeking refuge among the twisted metal. The decks are covered in colonies of Beadlet anemones, little red jewels that pulse with the surge. Our pick for an insider tip? Go at slack tide, especially if there's been some sun, and try to catch the light rays piercing through the water column into the holds. It transforms the whole experience from a dark exploration to something genuinely magical. This site is for divers who appreciate history, the quiet grandeur of a shipwreck, and don't mind a bit of a chill; the marine life here is subtle, but it’s absolutely captivating.