HMS Hawke

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 Hawke 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

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Diving the HMS Hawke isn't your average UK wreck dive, it's a deep plunge into naval history off the Scottish East Coast. She's an Edgar-class cruiser, torpedoed in 1914, and what's left is remarkably intact, especially for a vessel of her age and size. You're looking at a huge, broken hull, but the scale of her remains is what really gets you. We love exploring the huge guns, now covered in plumose anemones, and peering into the gaping torpedo hole. Our favourite part has to be the stern section, where you can still make out the massive props, often swarming with pollack. The cold, often dark water just adds to the atmosphere down here. Visibility can be a bit hit or miss, but on a good day, the sheer size of the Hawke is just incredible. This isn't a dive for the inexperienced; strong currents are common, and it’s a deep, challenging site best suited for advanced divers with good wreck experience. Come prepared for a proper decompression dive, and you’ll be rewarded with a truly humbling glimpse into maritime history.