Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom
    Switha

    Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102240

    Good diving all year

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    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.

    Best timeYear-round
    WetsuitA drysuit
    Marine lifeBlue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 140+ species recorded
    Water8-14°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    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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    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)

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    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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