Wreck of Fife

Protected Area

St Abb`s Head to Fast Castle

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 Fife 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 Fife, a cargo steamer sunk in 1916, sits upright on the seabed off St Abbs, making it one of our favourite Scottish wreck dives. Dropping down, the sheer scale of the vessel is immediately apparent. You’ll find the bow section largely intact, often silhouetted against the emerald light filtering from above. Penetrating the holds offers a real sense of history, but do mind your fin kicks – the silt here can plume up quickly. We particularly love exploring the engine room, which is accessible for experienced wreck divers. Look for the massive propeller shaft and the remnants of the triple-expansion engine. Conger eels are often seen lurking in the darker corners, and the hull plating is encrusted with dead man’s fingers and plumose anemones, creating a vivid tapestry of colour. It’s a dive best suited for those comfortable with deeper water and cooler temperatures, ideally with some wreck experience to truly appreciate its character. The visibility can be variable, but on a good day, the Fife is truly magnificent.