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HMS SAUCY

The HMS Saucy is one of those wrecks that really sticks with you. Lying upright in just 15 metres, she’s beautifully preserved, a real time capsule from September 1940. We love how the strong Scottish currents have scoured away the silt, leaving her clean and open. You can swim right through the wheelhouse, seeing the gauges and controls still largely in place – a humbling experience when you consider the 21 lives lost here. Our favourite part is the engine room, surprisingly accessible, with the enormous engine still commanding the centre. Visibility here can be excellent, especially on a neap tide, letting you appreciate the scale of this 48-metre tug. Look closely, and you’ll spot wrasse darting through the superstructure and the occasional velvet crab scuttling across the deck. It’s a compelling dive for anyone with an interest in maritime history or just a desire to explore a substantial, intact wreck without the deeper technical demands. Dive it on slack water, and you'll find it an unforgettable swim-through.