Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102240
Protected Area
Switha
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 102240 offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
Scapa Flow holds more secrets than just the grand German Fleet, and this unnamed wreck, Canmore 102240, is one we particularly enjoy. It’s an honest, working wreck, not a battleship, which gives it a different character entirely. We’ve always been drawn to how the metalwork feels under your glove as you trace the hull, imagining the crew going about their daily tasks. You’ll find it quite broken up in parts, but that means more opportunities to peer into compartments and see the internal structure. Look closely for the squat lobsters tucked into every nook and cranny, and we’ve often seen inquisitive conger eels peeking out from beneath plates. We think this site is perfect for divers who appreciate the history and the slow colonisation of steel by marine life, rather than just the sheer scale of the larger cruisers. Visibility can be variable, but even on a greener day, the wreck’s presence is undeniable. Our favourite time to dive it is on a slack tide, giving you ample opportunity to properly explore its remains.
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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102240
Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102240 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102240, 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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