SHAKESPEARE
Protected Area
St Abb`s Head to Fast Castle
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SHAKESPEARE offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
Diving the Shakespeare is a proper journey back in time, a 33-metre trawler resting upright on the seabed. Dropping down, you’ll find her largely intact, the bow pointing north, providing plenty of structure to explore. We’ve seen conger eels poking out from nooks and crannies, and dead man's fingers coral have really started to colonise the hull. It's a dive for those who appreciate history and the quiet solitude of a deeper wreck, suitable for experienced divers comfortable with the 50-metre range and the cooler North Sea temperatures. The visibility can be hit or miss, but on a good day, the outline of the Shakespeare is quite clear against the silty bottom.
Typical SHAKESPEARE 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 53m 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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