SAINT NICHOLAS
Protected Area
Berwickshire Coast (Intertidal)
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SAINT NICHOLAS offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
The Saint Nicholas sits upright on the seabed, a small fishing vessel that went down in 1979 while being towed. It’s a pretty compact wreck, only 10.7m long, so you won’t need endless bottom time to take it all in. We often find the smaller wrecks around here become fantastic little refuges for local critters; expect to see plenty of wrasse darting around the superstructure and maybe a curious crab peering from a dark corner. It’s a good one for those who appreciate the history of the working boats that plied these waters.
Typical SAINT NICHOLAS 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 42m 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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