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Wreck of Mary And Margaret

Diving a Scottish wreck is always an experience, and the Mary And Margaret is one of our favourites up on the East Coast. It’s a trawler, sank back in 1941, and now she sits upright on the seabed, pretty much intact. You’ll drop down onto the wheelhouse first, usually, which is covered in anemones and dead man’s fingers, all those soft corals that thrive in the chillier waters. We love pushing a little further along the deck towards the bow, where the winches and mast are still visible, often draped in kelp that sways with the surge. The real draw here, for us, isn't just the history, it’s the sheer number of critters that have made this wreck home. Ling and conger eels peer out from dark crevices, and you’ll often find plumose anemones carpeting sections of the hull. Visibility can be hit or miss, as it often is in this part of the world, so we always check the tides – slack water is key for the best experience. It's a dive that suits those who appreciate a bit of history, don't mind a chillier dip, and get a kick out of seeing marine life thrive on something man-made.