UB 63 - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The UB 63 is a deep one, a German U-boat sitting upright in 50 metres, a testament to a January day in 1918 when depth charges from British trawlers Fort George and W.S. Bailey ended its patrol. At 55.5 metres long, it’s a substantial wreck, and the upright position makes for a dramatic profile on the seabed. We often find conger eels tucked into the torpedo tubes, and a surprising number of wrasse dart amongst the superstructure, which still offers decent cover despite the years. This isn't a site for the inexperienced; the depth means careful planning and good gas management are essential, but for technical divers, it’s a genuinely impressive piece of history to explore.

Location
Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
56.166600, -2.001596
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
50m

Marine Protected Area: St Abb`s Head to Fast Castle

Nearby Dive Sites in Scottish East Coast & Borders

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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