15-30m
    Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom
    Fair Isle

    Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907

    Good diving all year

    Protected Area

    Fair Isle

    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 102907 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 · max 15-30m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    This isn’t one of Scapa Flow's big German battleships, and that's exactly why we love it. The Unnamed Shipwreck, Canmore 102907, is a different kind of dive. You're dropping onto a smaller, more intimate piece of history, often overlooked by those chasing the grandeur of the WWI fleet. What you get here is pure exploration. We’ve found ourselves finning through corridors still mostly intact, peering into holds that feel like they’re waiting for their cargo. The light filters down, creating moody shadows on the encrusted metal. You'll see plumose anemones blooming like white flowers from every surface, and often a decent sized conger eel peeking from a dark corner. Because it’s smaller, you can really get a sense of the whole ship, tracing its outline and imagining its final moments. We'd suggest going on a day with good visibility, as the wreck’s details really pop, and keep an eye out for inquisitive wrasse darting between the plates. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the quiet dignity of a less famous wreck, offering a genuine connection to history without the crowds.

    Typical Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907 Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m15m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    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.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907

    Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907 Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102907, 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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