Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102055 - Scapa Flow, Orkney

Alright, let's talk about the Unnamed Shipwreck, Canmore 102302. In Scapa Flow, every wreck has a story, even the ones without a headline name. We love this one because it’s a pure, unadulterated slice of history, utterly colonised by life. You drop down, and it's not about big, dramatic structures here, but the sheer volume of little nooks and crannies. The wreck itself is a jumble of metal, well-broken up, but that’s its charm. It feels like an archaeological dig, bits of twisted hull and machinery providing homes for everything. You'll weave through corridors of bladder wrack, pushing aside knotted fronds that cling to the metal. Look closely, and the sulphur sponges glow a surprising yellow against the rust. We always find corkwing wrasse darting in and out, bold as brass, and it’s a reliable spot for common spiny lobsters tucked into the darker recesses. Visibility can shift, as it always does in Scapa, but even on a greener day, the wreck's outline is clear enough to appreciate the scale. This one is for the divers who appreciate the quiet beauty of a historical site returning to nature, where the wreck and the marine life have truly merged.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
57.696377, -3.876970
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Moray Firth

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 102055

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 102055

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