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Wreck of Elton

The Elton, a German auxiliary cruiser, sits mostly upright at around 18-24 metres, offering a fantastic Scapa Flow dive for those looking to explore a proper wreck without the deeper technical challenges of some of the battleships. We love the swim-throughs here, particularly the engine room access. It’s a tight squeeze in places, but the rewards are worth it – you can still make out the machinery, draped in a thick carpet of plumose anemones, their tentacles swaying gently in the mild current. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, sunlight filters down, illuminating the schools of saithe that hover just above the deck. Look closely, and you’ll spot lumpsuckers clinging to the metalwork, perfectly camouflaged. We always find plenty of common brittlestars tucked into crevices. This wreck is perfect for divers comfortable with overhead environments and keen to get a real feel for history, not just a fleeting glimpse. Our advice: go on a rising tide for the best chance of decent visibility.