Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom
    Isle of May

    Wreck of Lark

    Protected Area

    Isle of May

    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 Lark 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 a wreck on Scotland's East Coast is always a bit of a gamble, but the *Lark* pays off more often than not. We love the way she sits, broken but still substantial, with enough to explore to keep you busy without feeling overwhelming. Drop down, and the first thing you notice is the sheer volume of life that's made her home: nudibranchs are everywhere, often chunky ones, crawling over the plates, and the resident conger eels are usually pretty visible, tucked into the darker crevices. This isn't a deep dive, usually around 20-25 metres depending on the tide, which gives you good bottom time to really poke around her fragmented bow and stern sections. Our favourite part is threading through the smaller debris field just off the main hull, where you often find wolf fish lurking. Visibility here can swing wildly, from a glorious 10 metres to a silty 2, so pick your weather window carefully; we’d suggest aiming for slack water on a neap tide for the best shot at a clear dive. It's a proper British wreck dive: a bit dark, a bit silty, but utterly compelling for anyone who appreciates a piece of history reclaimed by the sea.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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