GRIMSEL - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The Grimsel, a steamer that ran aground in 1889, is one of those frustratingly shallow Scottish wrecks we love. It’s barely four meters deep, but don't let that fool you. What you lose in depth, you gain in bottom time and photographic opportunities. She lies scattered amongst the rocks off Inchkeith, her plates and frames now completely colonised by the sea. You’re really diving the bones of the ship here, not an intact hull. Think twisted metal, rivets, and beams encrusted with dead man's fingers and colourful anemones. We’ve spent hours here, tracing the line of the hull, spotting the occasional crab scuttling into a crevice. It’s a site for those who appreciate history and macro life, rather than big pelagics. Look for the engine components - they’re still quite recognisable amidst the rubble. We’d suggest going at high slack water for the best visibility, though even then, it’s a site that demands you get close and really look. It’s a gentle introduction to Scottish wreck diving, perfect for less experienced divers or anyone keen on a long, relaxed potter around a piece of maritime history.

Location

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

Coordinates

56.031666, -3.130000

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

4m

Marine Protected Area: Firth of Forth