SABBIA - Scottish East Coast & Borders

Dropping onto the Sabbia, you’re met with a proper slice of Scottish maritime history. This old steamer, gone since 1916, sits upright at 52 metres, making it a dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts. The twin boilers are still prominent, creating a natural home for squat lobsters and the occasional ling. We’ve always found it impressive how intact much of the hull remains, hinting at her scale, and the triple expansion engine is a fantastic, if silty, rummage. It’s a dark dive, as you’d expect off the East Coast, but a strong torch beam picks out the detail and the anenomes clinging to the metalwork.

Location
Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
56.059250, -2.284667
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
52m

Marine Protected Area: Barns Ness Coast

Nearby Dive Sites in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Nearest Dive Centres to SABBIA

Marine Life in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Home to 126 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 12 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 10 sharks & rays, 9 crabs & lobsters, 8 other.

Notable Species

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical depths for scuba diving at Saba's dive sites?
The provided data context details information for the dive site SABBIA, located on the Scottish East Coast & Borders, not for Saba. Therefore, we cannot provide typical depths for scuba diving at Saba's dive sites based on the information given. For example, the SABBIA wreck has a depth of 52m.
What kind of marine life and underwater topography can divers expect to see when diving in Saba?
The provided data context describes the dive site SABBIA, a steam ship vessel wreck located on the Scottish East Coast & Borders, not Saba. This specific data does not include details on marine life or general underwater topography for SABBIA, and therefore cannot provide information for Saba. For general information on marine life, you can visit our wildlife database.
How difficult is diving in Saba, and are there dive sites suitable for beginner divers?
The provided data pertains to the SABBIA wreck, an intermediate difficulty dive site on the Scottish East Coast & Borders, not Saba. Based on this context, we cannot determine the overall difficulty for diving in Saba or identify sites suitable for beginner divers there.
When is the best time of year to go diving in Saba for optimal conditions and marine life sightings?
The provided data context is specific to the SABBIA wreck in the Scottish East Coast & Borders and does not contain information about Saba. Therefore, we cannot advise on the best time of year for diving in Saba for optimal conditions or marine life sightings from this data. For general guidance on dive seasons, you may consult our when to dive section.
What scuba diving certifications are required or recommended for exploring Saba's various dive sites, especially the pinnacles?
The provided data describes the SABBIA wreck, an intermediate dive site in the Scottish East Coast & Borders, and does not include details for Saba. Consequently, we cannot specify required or recommended scuba diving certifications for Saba's dive sites, nor do we have information regarding pinnacles there.
What are the typical water conditions, visibility, and currents like when diving around Saba?
The provided data context is focused on the SABBIA wreck, a dive site off the Scottish East Coast & Borders, not Saba. This information does not detail typical water conditions, visibility, or currents for SABBIA, and therefore cannot provide these specifics for diving around Saba.