AGATE
Protected Area
Bridgend Flats, Islay
Why dive here
With 112+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - AGATE offers some of Scottish West Coast's richest wreck diving.
Diving the Agate on Scotland's West Coast feels like stepping back in time. This steamship, sunk in 1940, now sits upright at just 10 metres. We found the twin boilers a real focal point, huge and encrusted with plumose anemones, while schools of pollock often swirl around the main deck. It's a proper rummage, ideal for divers who love wreck penetration and spotting smaller creatures tucked into the hull. Given the shallower depth, it's a great spot for newer wreck divers to get a feel for things without deep decompression obligations.
Typical AGATE Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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