Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom
    Eshaness Coast

    Wreck of Borgfelde

    Good diving all year

    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.

    Best timeYear-round
    WetsuitA drysuit
    Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 140+ species recorded
    Water8-14°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    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)

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    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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