HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY)

Protected Area

Forth Islands

Why dive here

With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeDolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Orcas · 112+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive · max 27m

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

We love a bit of mystery on a dive, and the HMS Boy Andrew (possibly!) delivers just that. Dropping onto this armed patrol drifter at 27 metres feels like reaching into a different era. The wreck, though not massive, has a real character to it. She went down in 1941, and you can still trace her lines, imagining her role in wartime patrols. It’s a great site for those who enjoy wreck penetration on a smaller scale; we’d suggest a good torch to really appreciate the hidden corners and the way light plays through the deeper sections. The hull is draped in dead man’s fingers and bright anemones, giving it a vibrant, if slightly ghostly, feel. Look out for the resident crabs scuttling amongst the plates and the shoals of coalfish that often swirl overhead. This isn’t a high-speed drift, but a site to savour, taking your time to explore the nooks and crannies. We think it’s best enjoyed on a calm day; the visibility here can be decent, especially on a neap tide, allowing you to really soak in the atmosphere of this historical vessel.