Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 96643 - Scottish East Coast & Borders

The Canmore 96643 wreck, sometimes called the “Unnamed Shipwreck” – which always feels a bit like a mystery novel title to us – sits off Scotland’s East Coast, and it's a dive that really hooks you. It’s a historical site, and while the official records don't spill all the beans on its identity, that just adds to the intrigue. We love the way this wreck has become an artificial reef, offering a surprising amount of life given the sometimes-chilly North Sea temperatures. Descending, you’ll find the structure itself provides plenty to navigate: collapsed hull plates, ribs reaching up from the seabed, and sections where you can still discern the ship’s original form. Keep an eye out for the resident wrasse darting between crevices and the occasional large cod peering out from beneath a steel beam. It’s a dive for those who appreciate history, the quiet hum of a wreck dive, and don't mind a bit of a current. Our favourite time to dive it is on a slack tide, naturally, as it really lets you poke around without fighting the flow. Be prepared for cooler water and bring a good torch; the atmosphere down there is brilliant, but you’ll want to illuminate all the nooks and crannies.

Location

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

Coordinates

56.006450, -3.403014

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

15-30m

Marine Protected Area: Long Craig Island