Wreck of Evander - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The Evander is one of those wrecks that just sinks its hooks into you, quite literally with the fishing gear often snagged on her. She’s a trawler, sitting upright on a sandy seabed, and while the official depth is a bit of a mystery, we usually find her deck around 25-30 metres, with the prop deeper still. We love the way she’s mostly intact; you can still make out the superstructure, the wheelhouse, even the gallows from her working days. Descending onto the Evander is like stepping back in time, with the added bonus of cold water critters. We’ve often seen conger eels poking their heads out from inside, and the deck plating is absolutely plastered with dead man’s fingers and anemones. The currents here can be a bit cheeky, so pick your slack water carefully. Our favourite time is a quiet morning dive, when the light filters down through the green water and really brings out the textures of the corroding steel and the life clinging to it. It’s a proper Scottish wreck dive, moody and full of character, perfect for experienced divers who appreciate history and don't mind a bit of a chill.

Location

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

Coordinates

56.026745, -3.012490

Type

wreck

Marine Protected Area: Forth Islands