REGIAN - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The REGIAN, for us, is a dive for the genuine wreck enthusiast, the kind of diver who finds beauty in history and the sea’s slow reclamation. This steamship, an iron giant from 1883, went down in 1884, and now lies just a couple of metres below the surface. We love how accessible it is, a real treasure hunt without the deep water challenge. What you'll experience here isn't about vibrant colours, but rather the stark, haunting beauty of a ship’s skeleton. The REGIAN's massive iron plates, the sheer scale of its 103-metre length, are what grab you. You can trace the outline of its hull, seeing where the ocean has started to warp and bend the metal. Even at two metres, the visibility can surprise you; some days, the sun cuts through the water, illuminating the dark recesses where crabs scuttle and small fish dart in and out of the rusted structure. It’s a site that suits divers who appreciate historical context and the quiet drama of a wreck, rather than those seeking a bustling reef. It’s a contemplative dive, a genuine piece of maritime history you can touch.

Location

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

Coordinates

55.297610, -1.553833

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

2m

Marine Protected Area: Hadston Links