Wreck of Eddraehilles

Protected Area

Berwickshire Coast (Intertidal)

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 Eddraehilles 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

The Eddraehilles is one of our favourite Scottish wrecks for a reason: it’s got real character, even if the visibility can be a bit… moody. Dropping down, you’ll usually hit the bow first, often with schools of coalfish swirling around the mast that still stands defiant. We love poking around the engine room, which is surprisingly accessible, and the holds often shelter conger eels – some of them absolute monsters. What really makes Eddraehilles special is how it’s become a home. The wreck structure is thickly encrusted with dead man’s fingers and plumose anemones, especially on the sheltered side. Look closely in the nooks and crannies; we’ve found everything from squat lobsters to wolf fish here. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the history and the way the sea reclaims things, rather than expecting bright corals. Come prepared for cold water, but the reward is a genuinely atmospheric dive.