IONA - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The Iona sits in surprisingly shallow water, making it a good spot for a relaxed look at some history. We’re talking five metres, max, so it’s more of a rummage than a deep exploration. You’ll find the remains of this 1839 steamer scattered amongst the rocks, a mix of hull plates and machinery bits that tell a story of its grounding back in 1882. It's not a massive intact wreck, but that broken-up nature means you can poke around the smaller sections, finding crabs tucked into crevices and anemones clinging to the metalwork. It’s ideal for newer divers or those who just want to spend some time gently observing the life that’s colonised the wreckage.

Location
Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
56.023335, -3.113333
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Marine Protected Area: Firth of Forth

Nearby Dive Sites in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Nearest Dive Centres to IONA

Marine Life in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Home to 126 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 12 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 10 sharks & rays, 9 crabs & lobsters, 8 other.

Notable Species