Wreck of Sea King - Scottish East Coast & Borders

Diving the Sea King is always a bit of an adventure, and that’s precisely why we love it. This isn't some perfectly preserved museum piece; it's a working wreck, sculpted by Scottish weather and time. You descend into that typical greenish North Sea light, and the shape of the helicopter starts to resolve, often shrouded in a shoal of coalfish that shimmer as you pass through them. The fuselage lies broken, but the main rotor assembly and tail boom are often still recognisable, if a little battered. We particularly enjoy exploring the cockpit area, which usually hosts a resident conger eel, peeking out from behind a tangle of wires. Keep an eye out for inquisitive grey seals, too; they often put in an appearance, darting past with an unnerving speed. It’s a site that suits divers who appreciate a bit of history and don't mind a chillier dive, often with a decent surge. Our favourite way to dive it is on a slack tide, giving you the best chance to properly appreciate the scale of it without fighting the current.

Location

Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

55.986153, -3.227885

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

15-30m

Marine Protected Area: Imperial Dock Lock, Leith