Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102143

Protected Area

Barns Ness Coast

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 102143 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

Alright, so the "Unnamed Shipwreck" off the Scottish East Coast. That’s an interesting one, isn’t it? We’ve poked around this area a few times, and it always delivers a proper wreck dive, even if you’re not entirely sure what you’re looking at historically. What we love about this particular spot is the sheer sense of discovery. It’s less about identifying every rivet and more about the atmosphere. You’re dropping onto something that’s been down there a long time, and the sea has really started to reclaim it. Expect to see sections of hull plates, maybe some skeletal frames, all draped in kelp and anemones. The visibility here can be… well, it’s Scotland, so be prepared for a bit of murk, but that just adds to the drama, doesn’t it? It suits divers who enjoy a bit of a rummage, who like the feeling of exploring a proper, broken-up wreck rather than just swimming around an intact vessel. Look closely in the nooks and crannies; crabs and lobsters are often tucked away, and you might even spot a ling slinking through the shadows. We'd suggest going at slack water; the currents can pick up, making it a much less enjoyable rummage. Bring a good torch, too – essential for piercing the gloom and picking out details.