Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101789
Protected Area
Cullen to Stake Ness 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 Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101789 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
Scapa Flow, even on a calm day, has a certain gravitas. You feel the history before you even kit up. While the big German fleet wrecks get all the glory, we love poking around the smaller, less-dived sites, and Canmore 101789, the "Unnamed Shipwreck," is a fantastic example. What she is, exactly, remains a bit of a mystery, but that just adds to the intrigue. Descending onto her, you find a jumble of twisted metal and recognisable ship structure, now softened by decades of growth. Think plumose anemones, their white frills swaying gently, and dead man's fingers in oranges and purples clinging to every surface. Light filters down, often greenish, but enough to illuminate the curious cod and blennies that dart between the frames. It's an atmospheric dive, perfect for those who appreciate the quiet beauty of a wreck reclaimed by the sea and enjoy a good historical puzzle. We'd suggest going at slack water to really take your time and explore the details.
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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Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101789
Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101789 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101789, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
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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