Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom
    Switha

    Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102286

    Good diving all year

    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 102286 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

    There’s something deeply satisfying about diving a truly unnamed wreck, especially in Scapa Flow. This particular site, Canmore 102204, is one of our favourites for just that reason. You’re not ticking off a famous name; you’re exploring history. The wreck itself is pretty broken up, scattered across the seabed, which we think adds to its appeal. It feels more like an archaeological dig than a formal ship. We love finning slowly over the spread of metal, imagining the ship’s original form. Keep an eye out for the details – a bolted plate here, a twisted girder there. The marine life here is quite surprising. You’ll spot nudibranchs tucked into crevices and the occasional butterfish darting through the wreckage. Large colonies of light-bulb sea squirts often coat the surfaces, glowing faintly in the torchlight. We’d suggest a dive when the sun is high for the best ambient light penetration, giving those colours a real pop. It's a dive that rewards curiosity, perfect for those who enjoy piecing together a story from the seabed.

    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 102286 Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102286, 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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