Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 102789 - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The unnamed wreck, Canmore 102789, off the Scottish East Coast, is one of those dives that sticks with you, a genuinely atmospheric experience. We love that it’s still somewhat of a mystery; you’re not just looking at a wreck, you’re trying to decipher it. What you’ll find here is a robust, scattered collection of what feels like an old cargo ship. Think heavy timbers, some chunky plates, and the ghost of a superstructure that’s been thoroughly worked over by the North Sea. Visibility can be a real Scottish affair – some days it’s 5 metres, other days you’re pushing 15 and feeling like you’ve won the lottery. We’d suggest timing your dive with slack tide, it makes a huge difference to navigating the debris field. Look closely and you’ll find some surprisingly vibrant colour. Anemones coat the metal, and we often spot butterfish darting in and out of the crevices. This isn't a penetration dive, but it’s fantastic for slow exploration, poking around the ribs and beams. It suits divers who appreciate history, a bit of a challenge, and the quiet satisfaction of discovering a piece of the past that’s slowly being reclaimed by the ocean.

Location

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

Coordinates

56.574880, -2.093272

Type

wreck

Marine Protected Area: Rickle Craig - Scurdie Ness