Wreck of Duke Of Leeds

Protected Area

St Andrews - Craig Hartle

Why dive here

With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas - Wreck of Duke Of Leeds offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.

Marine lifeDolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) and Orcas · 112+ species recorded

CharacterWreck dive

StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

Diving the Duke of Leeds isn't about tropical colours. It's about history, cold water grit, and the quiet satisfaction of exploring a proper wreck. This isn't a drift dive, it's a deep penetration into the past. We love the way the light filters down through the green water, illuminating the ghostly superstructure, and the sheer scale of the ship. Keep an eye out for the resident wolf fish – they often lurk in the shadowed corners, and our favourite spots are the engine room, if you're qualified and careful, and the bridge area where the current can be felt. This dive is definitely for experienced wreck enthusiasts who appreciate the challenge and atmosphere of a demanding North Sea site, rather than someone looking for easy reef action. Visibility can be a bit of a gamble here, so we always check conditions closely before heading out. Expect to see plenty of anemones, dead man's fingers, and maybe even a conger eel or two peeking out from a darkened hold.