Wreck of Borgfelde
Protected Area
Eshaness 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) - Wreck of Borgfelde offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The SS Lamoricière isn't just a hunk of metal on the seabed, it’s a time capsule. We love how the story of its dramatic sinking in 1942 still feels palpable when you descend onto the wreck. You can trace the outlines of what was once a grand passenger liner, now heavily broken but still recognisable, especially the bow section which points defiantly towards the surface. As you navigate the twisted steel and collapsing decks, keep an eye out for enormous schools of hake that drift like silver clouds through the interior spaces, and we’ve often spotted loggerhead turtles making a leisurely patrol around the stern. For divers who appreciate history woven into their underwater experience, this site is a real privilege. Just be prepared for potential currents; sometimes they’re negligible, but a good push can make exploring the deeper sections a bit more challenging.
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 Wreck of Borgfelde
Wreck of Borgfelde Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Borgfelde, 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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