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BROTHERS JOY

The Brothers Joy isn't just a wreck; it’s a time capsule lying deep off the Scottish coast, and we absolutely love diving it. Dropping onto her at 47 metres, you immediately feel the history. She sank in 1979 after a collision, and it’s a stark reminder of the fishing dangers in these waters. The visibility can be variable, as expected for Scotland, but when it's good, you can make out the trawler’s lines, her superstructure still largely intact. Our favourite part is the stern, where the prop is still visible, often surrounded by curious wrasse and a few ling lurking in the shadows. Penetration here is possible for experienced wreck divers, with the wheelhouse offering a glimpse into a frozen moment. We always find conger eels tucked into various nooks and crannies, their heads poking out from rusting plates, eyeing you cautiously. It’s a serious dive, definitely for experienced cold water wreck enthusiasts, requiring good planning and appropriate gas, but the Brothers Joy delivers a profoundly atmospheric experience that few other sites can match. We'd suggest aiming for slack water, as currents can pick up significantly out here.