Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 101794 - Scapa Flow, Orkney

Okay, so Scapa Flow. It’s a place that just breathes history, and while everyone talks about the German High Seas Fleet, there are dozens of other wrecks, each with its own story. The Unnamed Shipwreck, Canmore 101794, is one of those quieter ones we really love. You drop down, and the first thing you notice is the sheer solidity of the thing, even after all these years. This isn’t a fragile, broken mess; it’s a substantial structure that feels like it’s just settled into its watery grave. Visibility here can swing, but when it’s good, you’re looking at these huge plates of metal, draped in dead man’s fingers and anemones. It’s an almost architectural dive, tracing the lines of the hull, peeking into collapsed holds. We’ve found decent-sized cod sheltering in the shadows, and often you’ll get a curious seal whizzing by. It’s a great site for divers who appreciate the sombre beauty of a historical wreck, where exploration is less about penetration and more about appreciating the scale and colonisation by marine life. It’s not the Grand Fleet, but it has its own quiet dignity.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
57.907215, -2.249433
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 101794

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 101794

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