GRIT - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The MV Grit lies at 53 metres, a fairly deep dive for the Scottish East Coast. She was a small motor vessel, 35.7 metres long, built in 1934 and sunk after a collision in 1943. We find her largely intact, sitting upright, with her machinery aft as built. Over the decades, crabs and lobsters have made homes in her nooks and crannies, and dead man's fingers coral now coats much of the structure. It’s a dive for those comfortable with depth, offering a genuine glimpse into wartime shipping history and the hardy marine life that thrives in these colder waters.

Location
Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
54.965652, -1.174698
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
53m

Marine Protected Area: Noses Point

Nearby Dive Sites in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Nearest Dive Centres to GRIT

Marine Life in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Home to 126 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 12 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 10 sharks & rays, 9 crabs & lobsters, 8 other.

Notable Species

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep is Gilboa Quarry for scuba diving, and what are the different depth zones available?
Information regarding the depth zones available for scuba diving at Gilboa Quarry is not present in our current data for this specific location. Our records detail the GRIT wreck, located off the Scottish East Coast & Borders, which has a maximum depth of 53m.
What kind of underwater attractions and marine life can divers expect to see at Gilboa Quarry?
Details on the specific underwater attractions and marine life divers can expect to encounter at Gilboa Quarry are not available in the provided data. Our current information describes the GRIT, a motor vessel sunk in 1943, as a non-dangerous wreck located in the Scottish East Coast & Borders.
What is the difficulty level for diving at Gilboa Quarry, and is it suitable for beginner divers?
The difficulty level for diving at Gilboa Quarry, and its suitability for beginner divers, is not specified in our current database. For comparison, the GRIT wreck dive site, found off the Scottish East Coast & Borders, is classified as an intermediate difficulty dive.
What is the best time of year to dive at Gilboa Quarry for optimal visibility and water conditions?
Information regarding the best time of year to dive at Gilboa Quarry for optimal visibility and water conditions is not available in our current records. We recommend checking specific local dive conditions for Gilboa Quarry, as our data focuses on sites like the GRIT wreck in the Scottish East Coast & Borders.
What scuba diving certifications are required or recommended to dive at Gilboa Quarry, especially for deeper areas?
Specific scuba diving certifications required or recommended for diving at Gilboa Quarry, especially for deeper areas, are not detailed in the provided data. Divers planning to explore deeper wrecks, such as the 53m deep GRIT off the Scottish East Coast & Borders, typically require advanced or technical diving certifications.
Are there any notable currents or specific water conditions divers should be aware of when planning a dive at Gilboa Quarry?
Our current data does not include information on notable currents or specific water conditions divers should be aware of when planning a dive at Gilboa Quarry. For sites like the GRIT wreck, located in the Scottish East Coast & Borders, local dive operators are the best resource for up-to-date environmental conditions.