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Wreck of Mary Of Banff

The Mary Of Banff, a small trawler resting on her starboard side, is often overshadowed by Scapa Flow's giants, but we reckon she’s a standout for a different reason. She’s surprisingly intact for her size, sitting in manageable depths where light still filters down, painting the holds and superstructure in shifting greens and blues. We love slipping into the wheelhouse, still largely recognisable, or nosing around the engine room, feeling the distinct chill of Orkney’s waters even in summer. This wreck is less about vast scale and more about intimate detail, perfect for divers who appreciate exploring a complete, if compact, vessel. You’ll find squat lobsters tucked into every crevice and anemones blooming across her decks, transforming her into a living reef. Visibility here can be excellent, making it a great photographic subject. Our advice? Go slow, really poke around; there's always something new to spot if you take your time.