SILVERBURN
Protected Area
Cove
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - SILVERBURN offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
Diving the Silverburn is a genuine plunge into history off the Scottish East Coast. This steamship met its end in 1917, courtesy of a German submarine, and now rests at 58 metres. It’s a deep dive, definitely one for experienced technical divers comfortable with those depths and the often-chilly North Sea conditions. We’ve found the wreck itself is reasonably intact, offering some interesting features to explore, like its boilers and parts of the superstructure. Visibility can be hit or miss, but when it's good, you’ll share the space with plenty of local crustaceans and the occasional inquisitive wrasse that have made the Silverburn their home.
Typical SILVERBURN 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 58m 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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