BOY JIM

Protected Area

Berwickshire and North Northumberland Coast

Why dive here

With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - BOY JIM offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeDolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Orcas · 112+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive · max 24m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

The *Boy Jim* is a real favourite of ours off the Scottish East Coast, a proper wooden fishing vessel that went down in 2003. She sits upright at 24 metres, largely intact, and her wooden structure has softened over the years, becoming a fantastic home for life. We love exploring her wheelhouse, which is still there, and peering into the holds where you can often spot conger eels tucked away. It’s a site that really shows how quickly a wreck can become part of the reef. You’ll find squat lobsters clinging to the timbers, wolf fish sometimes peering out from underneath, and dense clouds of plumose anemones coating every available surface. The visibility can vary, as it often does in Scotland, but even in murkier conditions, the *Boy Jim* has a welcoming, almost ghostly presence. We’d suggest a calm day for this one; it just makes the descent and the time spent exploring so much more enjoyable. It’s a straightforward dive, perfect for anyone comfortable at depth who appreciates a wreck that feels like a natural part of the seafloor.

Typical BOY JIM Dive Profile

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

Safety Notes

Depth of 24m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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

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BOY JIM Wreck History

Year Sunk

2003

Vessel Type

fishing vessel

Cause

unknown

The wreck of the Boy Jim is a modern maritime mystery on the Scottish East Coast. This wooden-hulled fishing vessel was built in Poole in 1973 and operated out of Eyemouth. Its career came to an abrupt end on February 6th, 2003, when it sank for reasons that were never officially reported. While the cause remains unknown, the story had a fortunate conclusion for the crew, who were all safely recovered.

Resting at 24 meters, the Boy Jim presents a fascinating dive. As a relatively recent wooden wreck, its state of preservation offers a different experience from older steel vessels. Divers can explore the structure and contemplate the unknown circumstances of its loss, while enjoying the vibrant marine life that has colonized the wreck in the years since it sank.