QUEENSBURY (POSSIBLY) - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The Queensbury sits in deep, dark water off the Scottish East Coast, a proper technical dive and one we hold in high regard. It’s a huge vessel, 113.5m long, and when you descend into that 55m gloom, the sheer scale of her really hits you. We love dropping down the shotline, feeling the temperature drop, and then seeing the looming superstructure emerge from the murk. The visibility here can be challenging, but on a good day, it’s dramatic. We’d suggest heading straight for the stern. The propellers are still there, massive blades encrusted with anenomes, and it’s a brilliant photo opportunity if you're quick with your strobes. Exploring the engine room, with its triple-expansion engine, is our favourite part. The feeling of history in that space is palpable, and you can almost hear the hum of the machinery. Look out for conger eels hiding in the pipes and the occasional anglerfish lurking on the deck. This is a dive for experienced technical divers, comfortable with cold, deep conditions, and who appreciate a proper expedition into history.

Location

Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

56.785600, -2.196717

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

55m

Marine Protected Area: Milton Ness