Wreck of Ub-63 - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The UB-63 is one of those wrecks that just screams history, an old German U-boat sitting upright on the seabed off the Scottish East Coast. Descending onto her conning tower, the first thing that hits you is the sheer scale, even for a smaller U-boat. We love exploring the bow section, where the torpedo tubes are still visible, often silhouetted by the greenish light filtering down from above. You’ll find a surprising amount of soft coral growing on the hull, and it's a great spot for spotting conger eels lurking in the darker corners. This isn’t a wreck for absolute beginners, currents can pick up, and the visibility, while often decent, can drop without much warning. But for experienced divers who appreciate military history and a wreck that’s still very much a wreck, she’s a beauty. Keep an eye out for dogfish resting on the sand nearby; they often seem to guard the old girl. Our favourite time to dive her is on a slack tide, giving you the maximum bottom time to really soak in the atmosphere.

Location
Scottish East Coast & Borders, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
56.165670, -2.001587
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: St Abb`s Head to Fast Castle

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Marine Life in Scottish East Coast & Borders

Home to 126 recorded species including 53 reef fish, 12 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 10 sharks & rays, 9 crabs & lobsters, 8 other.

Notable Species