EILEAN DHU - Scottish West Coast

The Eilean Dhu isn't the biggest wreck on the Scottish West Coast, but we love how she sits. This old ferry, just 16.8 metres long, went down in 1973 while being towed for scrap, and now she’s settled upright in 26 metres of water, almost like she’s still waiting for passengers. Our favourite detail is the wheelhouse, still largely intact, giving you a real sense of her past life. It’s an easy dive, perfect for divers who appreciate history and the way the sea reclaims things. You can fin right around her, peeking into the small cabins, and we’ve often found dogfish tucked away under her hull. The light filtering down onto the deck can be quite atmospheric, especially when the jellyfish are pulsing by. We’d suggest going on a calm day for the best visibility, as the silty bottom can stir up easily. You'll likely see plenty of wrasse darting in and out of the superstructure, and we’ve spotted small conger eels making homes in the deeper crevices. A quiet, contemplative dive.

Location
Scottish West Coast, United Kingdom, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
55.962715, -4.808866
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
26m

Marine Protected Area: Inner Clyde Estuary

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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.

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