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Wreck of Star Of Britain

Diving the *Star of Britain* in Scapa Flow, you’re not just exploring a wreck, you’re touching a piece of history, almost feeling the chill of that fateful scuttling day. This coal ship, one of the German High Seas Fleet, sits upright, surprisingly intact, with its massive boilers and machinery still quite visible. We love tracing the deck, imagining the crew, and then dropping into the holds, which are often dark and full of atmosphere. Shoals of saithe swirl around the masts, and we’ve often spotted conger eels peeking from the shadows, their eyes tracking your light. It’s a dive that suits those who appreciate maritime history and don’t mind a bit of a current, especially if you want to properly penetrate the deeper sections. If you time your dive with the slack, you’ll have a more relaxed exploration, but even with a gentle push, it’s an incredible experience.