Wreck of Ub-63
Protected Area
St Abb`s Head to Fast Castle
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 Ub-63 offers some of Scottish East Coast & Borders's richest wreck diving.
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.
Typical Wreck of Ub-63 Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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