CUMBERLAND - Scottish West Coast

The Cumberland isn't about depth or big fish. This is proper history you can touch, right there in the shallows of the Scottish West Coast. We love how accessible it is, sitting practically in five metres of water, perfect for an extended rummage or even a snorkel on a calm day. She was a barque, sunk back in 1815, and while the wooden structure is long gone, her cargo of slate slabs and bottles remains. It’s like diving through a scattered archaeological dig. You’ll find rows of perfectly stacked slate, some still bound together, and everywhere, broken green glass bottles. Sunlight filters through the kelp canopy, playing on the dark rock and creating these lovely dappled patterns. Our favourite bit is spotting the crabs scuttling amongst the debris and the tiny blennies peeking out from under the slate. It’s a quiet, contemplative dive, a real window into a different time, and a fantastic option when the weather further out is less than ideal.

Location
Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.274998, -6.202576
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
5m

Marine Protected Area: Rathlin Island

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Marine Life in Scottish West Coast

Home to 127 recorded species including 50 reef fish, 15 whales & dolphins, 10 seagrass & algae, 9 sharks & rays, 8 other, 7 crabs & lobsters.

Notable Species