BARON ST JERNBLAD - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The Baron St Jernblad, just off Dunbar, is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to. She’s a Danish steamship, went down in 1916 after hitting a mine, and now she sits upright in about 18 metres. It’s perfect for a long, relaxed dive. We love the way the light filters through the kelp forest that has grown up around the bow, casting a green glow over the deck fittings. You’ll find plenty of crabs scuttling over the plates and big ballan wrasse patrolling the holds. On a good day, with a bit of sunshine, the visibility can push 10 metres, and the wreck truly comes alive. Our favourite part is exploring the intact stern section; the prop shaft is still visible, leading back to a rudder that’s usually festooned with dead man’s fingers. There’s enough to poke around without feeling rushed, making it a solid choice for anyone keen on wreck diving without the deep-water challenge.

Location
Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.841400, -2.052850
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
18m

Wreck History - BARON ST JERNBLAD

Vessel Type
cargo ship
Cause
unknown

The Baron St Jernblad is an enigmatic wreck resting at 18 metres on the seabed off Scotland's East Coast. The history of this vessel is largely a mystery; its name, combining the common Hogarth 'Baron' prefix with a distinctly Scandinavian-sounding name, hints at a potentially interesting story that is now lost to time. It was most likely a cargo steamer that met an unrecorded end in the challenging waters of the North Sea. Its official designation as a 'Dangerous Wreck' advises divers to be cautious, as the structure may be unstable or pose entanglement risks. For the prepared diver, the Baron St Jernblad offers a dive into the unknown, a chance to explore a forgotten piece of maritime heritage now claimed by the sea.

Marine Protected Area: Burnmouth Coast

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Marine Life in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Home to 126 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 12 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 10 sharks & rays, 9 crabs & lobsters, 8 other.

Notable Species