Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 103027 - Scapa Flow, Orkney

There’s a quiet majesty to the unnamed wreck, Canmore 103027, in Scapa Flow. We love how the water here often has that classic Orkney green hue, adding to the atmosphere as you descend. It’s not one of the big German battleships, but that’s precisely its charm. This is a chance to explore something more intimate, a smaller merchant vessel likely, lying broken but still defiant on the seabed. You’ll find its structure heavily encrusted with plumose anemones, their white tentacles waving gently in the mild current, creating these incredible, soft blankets over the metal. Look into the shadows for scorpionfish, perfectly camouflaged, and we’ve often spotted lobsters tucked into crevices. Our favourite part is navigating the holds; they feel like exploring an old, forgotten attic underwater. The visibility can be variable, but even on a murkier day, the wreck reveals itself slowly, section by section, demanding you get close and really observe. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history and the slow reclamation of man-made objects by the sea.

Location
Scapa Flow, Orkney, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
57.599670, -6.605935
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: Ascrib, Isay and Dunvegan

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 103027

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 103027

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