WORKSOP - Scottish East Coast & Borders

Worksop, off the Scottish East Coast, is a quirky one. It’s barely a dive in terms of depth, sitting at a maximum of three metres, but it’s a brilliant snorkel or a very shallow dive when you fancy a quick dip. We love it for the sheer accessibility of a proper wreck. She was a light ship, a vessel essentially acting as a floating lighthouse, and she sank, becoming a navigational hazard herself. Today, what’s left of Worksop spreads out on the seabed. You can trace her lines, see where the superstructure would have been, and imagine her on station. The metalwork is completely encrusted with mussels and barnacles, and we often spot blennies darting between crevices. On a sunny day, the light filters down, illuminating the rusty plates and the movement of kelp. It’s a site for those who enjoy the history as much as the diving itself, and for photographers looking for something a bit different, especially wide-angle shots with the surface visible above. We'd suggest going at high tide for the best visibility, but honestly, any time is a good time for a quick explore here.

Location

Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

54.986755, -1.501601

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

3m

Marine Protected Area: The Kittiwake Tower