Wreck of Recovery

Protected Area

Rickle Craig - Scurdie Ness

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 Recovery 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 Wreck of Recovery isn't about tropical fish, it’s about history, cold water, and the quiet thrill of exploring something truly lost. We love this site for its character. It's a deep dive, usually around 40 metres, meaning good buoyancy and cold water experience are essential. You descend into the chill, and the wreck slowly materialises from the gloom, often with a slight current nudging you along. The trawler, sunk in 1916, lies largely intact. We’ve found the bridge section particularly rewarding, with its ghostly machinery still recognisable. Look closely, and you’ll spot plumose anemones waving like white flags from every surface, and conger eels peeking from beneath plates of steel. The silence down there, broken only by your own breathing, is profound. It’s a dive that rewards patience and a keen eye for detail. We'd suggest going on a slack tide for the best experience. It’s not a dive for the faint-hearted, but for those who appreciate maritime history and the unique beauty of temperate wrecks, it’s a compelling experience.