Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101792 - Scapa Flow, Orkney

Forget your idyllic tropical wreck. This isn't that. We're talking Scapa Flow, so expect cold water, often green, and a serious sense of history weighing down on you. The Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck, known to the locals as just "the Unnamed," is a fantastic example of a smaller, more intimate wreck dive here. It’s not a battleship, but that’s precisely why we love it. You can actually get a real feel for the whole vessel in a single dive. The structure is quite broken up in places, but you'll still find sections of hull plating, scattered machinery, and plenty of pipes to peek into. We’ve seen conger eels tucked into the darker crevices, and the metalwork is completely encrusted with plumose anemones, their white tentacles swaying like ghostly fingers in the surge. Look out for the nudibranchs too; the cold water brings out some surprisingly colourful varieties. Visibility can be a gamble, but when it’s good, the light filtering down through the green water gives everything an ethereal glow. Our tip? Go with an experienced local guide. They'll know the currents and the best ways to approach the wreck for a relaxed exploration, allowing you to really soak in the atmosphere of this often-overlooked Scapa Flow resident. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the quiet dignity of history beneath the waves.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
57.771114, -2.238038
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Southern Trench

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 101792

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 101792

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