DEERHOUND (POSSIBLY)

Protected Area

Firth of Forth

Why dive here

With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - DEERHOUND (POSSIBLY) 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 2m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Now, the Deerhound, or what we *think* is the Deerhound, is an absolute cracker if you’re into proper shallow wreck rummaging. It’s sitting right there, just off Inchkeith, in a whopping two metres of water. Yep, two. That means endless bottom time and some truly glorious light penetration on a sunny day. We love how the whole site is basically a giant rockpool, but with the added bonus of an iron trawler from 1884. You’ll find bits of the hull structure, plates, and ribs scattered across the rocky seabed, all completely encrusted. It’s less about a grand ship shape and more about the intricate details. Look closely and you’ll spot tiny crabs scuttling in crevices, blennies peering from behind rusty girders, and vibrant anemones clinging to every surface. Our favourite time to visit is on a high tide, calm day – the water can get surprisingly clear, and the sun just dances through the wreckage. It’s a photographer's dream for macro shots and a fantastic spot for anyone who enjoys really taking their time to poke around a bit of history. Plus, it’s a doddle to get to and suits anyone comfortable with a bit of a shallow scramble.