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LLWYNGWAIR (POSSIBLY)

The LLWYNGWAIR, sitting upright at 43 metres, is a proper dive for those who appreciate a solid piece of history underwater. This steamship, sunk in 1918, is surprisingly intact for its age and depth. We love the way the twin boilers still dominate the midships, a stark reminder of her power. It’s dark down there, even on a sunny day, so good lights are non-negotiable. Dropping down, the visibility in this part of the North Sea can be a bit of a lottery, but when it’s good, the structure of the ship, at nearly 70 metres long, really stands out. You can spend a good chunk of a no-deco dive exploring the deck winches and cargo holds, which are now home to some impressively large cod and often a cheeky wolf fish or two tucked into the shadows. For us, the highlight is often finding the propeller shaft leading back from the triple-expansion engine, a real marvel of early 20th-century engineering. It’s a dive for experienced cold-water wreck enthusiasts, one that rewards careful planning and a keen eye for detail.