Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102133

Protected Area

Isle of May

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 Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102133 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

Diving the ‘Unnamed Shipwreck’ off Scotland’s east coast isn't your typical tropical jaunt. This is proper temperate diving, and we love it for its rugged charm. Dropping onto the wreck, there’s a real sense of history. Visibility varies, as it always does here, but when it’s good, the sheer scale of the ship becomes apparent, a shadowy hulk on the seabed. We often find ourselves peering into dark crevices, imagining the ship's last moments. What makes this wreck special, for us, is the way the sea has reclaimed it. Anemones cling to every surface, waving gently in the current, and you’ll spot crab and lobster tucked into every available hideaway. Ling and conger eels are frequent residents, sometimes startlingly large, peering out from beneath collapsed plating. It’s a dive for those who appreciate the quiet dignity of a sunken vessel and the surprising resilience of cold-water marine life. We’d suggest a strong torch and a drysuit, naturally. Go on a slack tide for the easiest exploration.