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Wreck of Helens

The Wreck of the Helens, off the Scottish East Coast, is a proper adventure. We always feel a bit of a thrill descending onto her, knowing the history she carries. She sits broken but still proud on the seabed, her bow and stern separated, giving you a chance to explore two distinct sections. You’ll weave through the collapsed plating, and if you’re lucky, catch the resident conger eels peeking from the darker recesses. We love how the kelp drapes over her metal, swaying with the surge, making her feel like a living part of the reef now, not just a historical relic. Visibility here can be a bit of a lottery, as it often is in these waters, but when it’s good, the light plays beautifully through the wreck, highlighting the nudibranchs and small crabs clinging to the metalwork. Our favourite time to dive her is on a slack tide, otherwise, you'll be fighting a decent push. It’s a site that rewards careful exploration, suited to those who appreciate the quiet beauty of a wreck reclaiming its place in the sea.