SHADWAN - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The Shadwan, a steamship that went down in 1888, sits at a very manageable 14 metres. We’ve found her to be a great introduction to wreck diving in Scottish waters, especially if you’re keen to escape deeper, darker sites. She’s broken up quite a bit over the years, but you can still pick out the hull plates and the remains of the engine room. Look closely and you’ll often spot crabs scuttling around the metalwork and the occasional inquisitive wrasse darting between the frames. It’s not a site for big pelagics, but for a relaxed poke around history with some interesting macro life, it’s a solid pick.

Location
Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.720234, -1.853083
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
14m

Marine Protected Area: Berwickshire and North Northumberland Coast

Nearby Dive Sites in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Nearest Dive Centres to SHADWAN

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