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Log This Dive

PITWINES

Pitwines sits in pretty deep water, and we think that’s part of its charm. Dropping onto the deck at 45 metres, you’re often greeted by a surprising amount of light, even here. The wreck itself, an old steamship, is well-preserved, her structure still largely intact despite the years. We particularly love poking around the boiler, which stands proud amidst the growth, a real magnet for schooling pollack. Look closely and you’ll find nudibranchs, often the colourful, frilly kind, clinging to the metalwork. The bow section is a personal favourite, often providing shelter for conger eels, so keep an eye out for their heads peeking from the gloom. This isn’t a rummage-through-the-cargo kind of dive; it’s more about appreciating the scale and history of the vessel, how the sea has slowly reclaimed it. Pitwines is definitely one for experienced divers comfortable with deeper profiles and the generally chillier Scottish temperatures. It’s a proper wreck dive, rewarding those who take their time to explore its character.