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DOLPHIN

The Dolphin wreck, a trawler that went down in the 1960s, is one of our favourites for a relaxed poke about. It sits upright, mostly intact, in a shallow 8m, making it a cracking dive even when the weather isn’t playing ball. We love diving this one at slack tide; the visibility often stretches out to a decent 10 metres, letting you really appreciate the shape of the boat. You can swim through parts of the superstructure, feeling the cool water swirl around as you navigate the old deck. Keep an eye out for the resident crabs scuttling over the rust-coloured metal, and the occasional ling peeking out from a dark corner. The wreck’s colonised by plenty of anemones and dead man’s fingers, adding splashes of colour to the gloom. It’s perfect for newer divers looking for their first wreck experience, or anyone who just fancies an easy, interesting dive without the depth or current worries. We’d suggest a longer bottom time here to really soak it all in.