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BANGARTH

We love a good wreck that tells a story, and Bangarth, off the Scottish East Coast, certainly fits the bill. This auxiliary collier, sunk in 1917, now rests upright at 46 meters, a shadowy silhouette against the green murk. Dropping onto her deck, you’re immediately struck by the sheer scale; 83 metres long, her two boilers are a prominent feature, and you can easily explore the engine room, feeling the tight squeeze as you duck under a bulkhead. Visibility here can be a real lottery, but on a good day, the light filtering down creates an eerie, almost cathedral-like atmosphere within the holds, where cod and ling lurk. We’ve often seen conger eels poking their heads out from twisted metal, and the deck itself is carpeted in jewel anemones and dead man’s fingers. This isn’t a dive for the faint of heart or the inexperienced; the depth and potential for strong currents demand good air consumption and advanced skills. But for those who relish the challenge, Bangarth offers a deep dive into maritime history, a palpable sense of the past clinging to every rivet and plate. Our advice? Pick your slack tide carefully, and be prepared for a proper Scottish adventure.