HESVIK (POSSIBLY) - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The Hesvik sits off St. Abbs, a steamship that went down in 1914. It’s a proper expedition dive, often with a bit of a current, but entirely worth the effort. We love dropping down the line onto the deck, typically finding decent visibility for a Scottish wreck. The stern is our favourite section, where the prop shaft stretches out into the gloom, often draped in dead man's fingers. You’ll find the single boiler standing proud midships, a home for countless crabs and the occasional grumpy ling. We'd suggest a good dive light for peering into the holds; they can be surprisingly clear, revealing the ship's internal structure. It's a dive that rewards careful exploration, not a quick look. The Hesvik is a site for experienced wreck divers, those who appreciate history and don't mind a deeper profile. It’s not about flashy colours, but the sheer scale of the wreck and the life that now calls it home. You'll often see schools of coalfish darting through the superstructure, and the ironwork provides a fantastic substrate for anemones.

Location

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

Coordinates

55.469800, -1.494617

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

38m

Marine Protected Area: Castle Point to Cullernose Point