SHADWAN
Protected Area
Berwickshire and North Northumberland Coast
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SHADWAN offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
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.
Typical SHADWAN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
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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