Wreck of Unnamed Shipwreck - Canmore 96672

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 96672 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 the Scottish East Coast is a proper adventure, a real taste of what cold-water wreck diving is all about. We love how the visibility here, while never tropical, often has a moody, atmospheric quality; you get that classic wreck silhouette emerging from the green. It’s not about vibrant corals, it’s about the sheer history, the way the metal has been twisted by time and tide. What you'll find is a substantial structure, spread across the seabed, its identity still a bit of a mystery, which only adds to the allure. Think strong, rusted plates and skeletal frames, often festooned with dead man's fingers and anemones, providing shelter for inquisitive wrasse and the occasional conger eel peeking from a dark corner. Our favourite moments are finning through the larger sections of the hull, imagining the ship in its prime. This dive suits experienced wreck divers who appreciate a challenging but rewarding exploration, a place where you truly feel connected to the past beneath the waves. Go on a slack tide for the best experience; those currents can be fierce.