Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102058 - Scapa Flow, Orkney

We love a bit of mystery, and the "Unnamed Shipwreck" in Scapa Flow delivers. Dropping onto this site, you immediately feel the weight of history that characterises so many of Scapa’s wrecks. This isn't one of the colossal German fleet, but its smaller scale gives it an intimate, explorable feel. We’ve finned through schools of poor cod swirling in and out of the broken hull plates, and the sight of a curious harbour porpoise arcing overhead is always a treat here. Keep an eye out for the nooks and crannies that the resident Norway lobsters have made home, their antennae waving from shadowy gaps. It’s a great dive for those who appreciate the slower pace, the chance to really absorb a wreck’s character, rather than just its sheer size. We often find the visibility here can be surprisingly good, especially on a settled day. Our pick for finding those colourful light-bulb sea squirts is to hug the more intact sections of the wreck, where the current brings in plenty of nutrients.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
57.832190, -3.550111
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Tarbat Ness

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 102058

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 102058

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