Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101650 - Scapa Flow, Orkney

Diving the Unnamed Shipwreck, Canmore 101990, in Scapa Flow is less about a particular vessel and more about the raw, untamed essence of a sunken past. This isn't a showy wreck, but we love it for its quiet dignity. The hull, mostly broken up, lies scattered across the seabed, creating a fascinating debris field. You’ll weave through plates and twisted metal, feeling the chill of the North Atlantic even in summer, a real sense of history pressing in. What truly brings this site alive are the critters. Those fragmented plates have become home to so many Devonshire cup corals, their delicate polyps swaying in the gentle surge. We always spot a few long rough dabs hunkering down on the sand, perfectly camouflaged. Keep an eye out for harbour porpoises; we've had quiet encounters here, their sleek forms gliding past just out of reach. It’s a dive that rewards slow, meticulous exploration, perfect for divers who appreciate the subtle beauty of a wreck reclaimed by the sea.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
58.737328, -2.678544
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Copinsay

Best Time to Dive in Scapa Flow, Orkney

The warmest water temperatures in Scapa Flow, Orkney occur in January, averaging 8.4°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 8.4°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 8.4°C (air: 5.5°C)
  • February: 8.4°C (air: 5.3°C)
  • March: 8.4°C (air: 5.9°C)
  • April: 8.4°C (air: 6.8°C)
  • May: 8.4°C (air: 9.7°C)
  • June: 8.4°C (air: 12.4°C)
  • July: 8.4°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • August: 8.4°C (air: 13.7°C)
  • September: 8.4°C (air: 12.7°C)
  • October: 8.4°C (air: 10.2°C)
  • November: 8.4°C (air: 8.0°C)
  • December: 8.4°C (air: 5.8°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Nearest Dive Centres to Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101650

Marine Life in Scapa Flow, Orkney

Home to 155 recorded species including 63 reef fish, 17 whales & dolphins, 12 sharks & rays, 11 crabs & lobsters, 11 other, 10 seagrass & algae.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101650

Based on average water temperature of 8.4°C.

  • Drysuit - water at 8°C demands a drysuit with thermal undergarments
  • Hood & Gloves (7mm+) - critical to prevent heat loss
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories