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Wreck of Ceres

The Ceres, a steam trawler that met its end in 1939, isn't about huge pelagics or colourful corals. This is proper UK wreck diving, and we love it for its moody atmosphere and the surprising amount of life it now supports. Lying in relatively shallow water, she’s well broken up, but you can still make out the distinct shape of the bow and stern, with plates and ribs scattered across the seabed. Dropping down, the visibility here can be… well, it’s Scottish, so be prepared for a bit of murk, but that only adds to the drama. We’ve had dives where the bow looms out of the green, draped in dead man’s fingers, with conger eels peering from every dark recess. It’s a photographer’s dream on a clear day, but even when it’s gloomy, the sheer number of crabs, lobsters, and even the occasional wolf fish makes for a fascinating exploration. This is one for those who appreciate history and the rugged beauty of cold water diving; a fantastic introduction to what Scottish wrecks have to offer.