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REINDEER

The Reindeer, a solid steamship, offers a proper deep wreck dive on the Scottish East Coast. She sits upright at 46 metres, a decent depth that usually means clearer, colder water. What we love about the Reindeer is her overall integrity; you can still make out the bow and stern quite clearly, and the twin boilers are a dominant feature amidships. Dropping down onto her deck, you’ll often find large conger eels poking out from plates, and the holds are a good spot to shine a torch and see what’s taken up residence. It’s a dive for those comfortable with deeper conditions and certainly not for the faint of heart or the inexperienced. We'd suggest waiting for a calm day and slack water; the current can rip through here, making the descent and ascent a real workout. A good trimix blend is our pick for bottom time, letting you truly soak in the history of this old girl.