RUDOLPH
Protected Area
Firth of Forth Banks Complex
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - RUDOLPH offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The Rudolph, a Swedish steamship, lies off the Scottish coast, a proper deep dive at 55 metres. She went down in 1939, a victim of a mine while carrying coal from Hartlepool to Malmo. What you find now is a substantial wreck, 88 metres long, lying mostly intact on the seabed. We often see conger eels tucked into the deeper sections and ling darting around the superstructure. This isn't a dive for the faint of heart or the inexperienced; the depth means careful planning and good gas management are essential, but for technical divers, it’s a rewarding exploration of a piece of wartime history.
Typical RUDOLPH Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 55m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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