GIRL MARY - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The *Girl Mary* isn’t just another sunken boat; she’s a proper piece of history lying just off Eyemouth. A patrol boat from the First World War, she ran aground in 1917 and has been a dive site ever since. We love a wreck with a story, and this one has plenty of character. She sits in a modest 17 meters, making her accessible for most divers, though the currents here can occasionally be lively, so pick your day carefully. When you drop down, you’ll find the wreck well broken up, but the structure is still very discernible, spread across a rocky seabed. You can explore the engine room, or what’s left of it, and the stern section often has a nice scattering of plates and various bits of machinery. It’s not about huge pelagics here; it’s about the smaller, more intimate stuff. Look for the nudibranchs crawling over the metalwork, or the crabs tucked into every crevice. Our favourite is spotting the wolf fish peeking out from under a twisted beam – they’re shy but definitely around. The light penetration can be gorgeous on a sunny day, casting dancing patterns through the kelp that’s started to colonise the wreck. It’s a dive that rewards slow exploration and a keen eye.

Location

Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

56.027706, -3.312521

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

17m

Marine Protected Area: Inchmickery