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INVERGYLE

The *Invergyle* is a real favourite of ours, a proper steamship sitting upright and mostly intact on the seabed. Dropping down to her at 47 metres, you’ll feel that distinct chill of the North Sea, even in summer, but the reward is a tangible sense of history. Her bow faces north, and the stern, with its rudder still discernible, points south, creating a clear line of navigation. We love exploring the engine room, a cathedral of rust where the triple-expansion engine stands proud, and her three boilers are still very much in evidence. Look closely for the plumose anemones, often in bright white or orange, clinging to every surface, catching the nutrient-rich currents. We've seen some impressive ling and wolfish lurking in the deeper holds, and her superstructure provides shelter for shoals of coalfish. This dive is best on slack water, and even then, be prepared for a decent current on the approach. It’s a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts who appreciate the atmosphere of a well-preserved piece of maritime past.