CYELSE - Scottish West Coast

The CYELSE, a trawler resting at a balmy five metres, is one of those easy-access wrecks we always make time for. You roll off the boat and there it is: a substantial hull, still largely intact, stretching out across the sandy seabed. It’s an ideal spot if you're looking for a relaxed dive, maybe a long safety stop, or even your first crack at a wreck penetration – though we’d only suggest that for the more experienced, and with proper training, as always. Our favourite part is the wheelhouse, which you can peek into, often finding a curious wrasse or two darting between the frames. The stern section is particularly photogenic, with the prop still in place, now encrusted with plumose anemones that pulse gently in the slight surge. While the data says "various," we've often seen butterfish zipping in and out of the deck plating, and small conger eels tucked away in any dark crevice they can find. If you have the luxury of picking your dive time, go at high tide; the visibility often feels a little crisper then, and the light filtering down onto the wreck is just beautiful. It’s not about huge pelagics here; it's about the quiet intimacy of a working boat reclaimed by the sea.

Location

Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe

Coordinates

56.937800, -7.491978

Type

wreck

Maximum Depth

5m

Marine Protected Area: Eoligarry